Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos make bid for Manchester United, making Britain's richest man one of two confirmed bidders after Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani revealed Qatar's £4.5 billion offer.
Qatar has submitted a CONFIRM bid for Manchester United, with Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the UK-educated chairman of one of the country's largest banks, vowing to invest in the club, stadium, and training ground. Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani has confirmed making a bid for Manchester United. The bid was made 'for 100% of Manchester United' and is 'debt-free.' Follow the action LIVE as the deadline for investors to finalize bids approaches. A Qatari sheikh - chairman of one of the country's biggest banks - on Friday night lodged a bid for Manchester United, promising to restore 'former glories on and off the pitch'. Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad bin Jaber Al Thani, the son of a former Prime Minister, announced his intention to buy '100% of the club' before Friday night's 10 p.m. deadline for offers. The offer is understood to be 'indicative'. After the financials have been reviewed, a more accurate figure will be provided. Follow