Overview

• Turki Al-Sheikh said on social media that talks with new investors were at an advanced stage, then clarified neither he nor Saudi parties were involved.
• No prospective buyer has been identified and no sale or stake deal has been confirmed, leaving the reports unverified.
• Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos hold nearly 30% since 2023 and control football operations, with Ratcliffe stressing revenue growth and sustainability in comments this week.
• Ratcliffe said last year’s revenues were a club record and profitability the second highest, framing future success as linked to financial strength.
• Conor McGregor’s 2021 posts signalled interest, but reported net worth estimates of about £181m then and £150m now suggest he could only join a consortium rather than buy the club outright.