Live from Old Trafford, “Remove him from my team immediately… We frequently lose when he starts, and I’m already tired of him.” Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Manchester United’s owner, has selected ONE player who must be sold this summer. Sir Jim Ratcliffe is not impressed😡🙀😱
Sir Jim Ratcliffe Unleashes Honest Review of Manchester United’s Past Mistakes and Future Ambitions
Manchester United’s co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has delivered a frank and uncompromising assessment of the club’s recent transfer history, openly criticizing several major signings and pledging a major overhaul to return the club to glory.
In a series of interviews, Ratcliffe voiced disappointment in players like Casemiro, Antony, Jadon Sancho, Rasmus Højlund, and André Onana—labeling their transfers as expensive errors inherited from past management.
“These weren’t our decisions,” Ratcliffe explained during a sit-down with the BBC. “Players like Onana, Højlund, Sancho, Antony, and Casemiro were already here when we took over. Now it’s on us to clean up the mess and rebuild.”
High Costs, Low Returns
Ratcliffe revealed shocking financial details, including that United still covers part of Sancho’s wages while he’s on loan at Chelsea. Antony, now at Real Betis, also remains on United’s payroll. Despite their staggering price tags—Antony (£81m), Casemiro (£70m), Højlund (£72m), and Onana (£47m)—the return on investment has fallen short.
He stated, “Some of these players are underperforming. Some are being paid more than they’re worth. It’ll take time, but we’re working toward a squad we can truly take ownership of.”
While critical of many, Ratcliffe was full of praise for Bruno Fernandes, calling the club captain “an outstanding footballer and a key piece of our future.”
Regret and Recalibration
Ratcliffe also admitted to hasty decisions made early in his tenure—specifically retaining Erik ten Hag and appointing Dan Ashworth as sporting director before a thorough internal review. “We rushed it,” he admitted. “Those were missteps, and I take responsibility.”
Since then, United has moved forward under the leadership of new manager Rúben Amorim, who Ratcliffe strongly supports. “Ruben brings fresh energy and tactical intelligence. He’s a long-term solution, not just a patch-up job.”
Survival Mode to Rebuild Mode
The businessman also revealed the club was on the brink of financial disaster before his arrival. “Without serious changes, we would’ve been bankrupt by the end of 2025. We’ve made difficult choices—staff cuts, operational reductions, tighter transfer policies—but they’ve kept the club afloat.”
Though January spending was modest, Ratcliffe confirmed that Amorim will receive backing during the summer transfer window—financed partially through player sales. However, he firmly ruled out selling top youth prospects like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho.
“We’re not sacrificing our academy talent for short-term gain,” he said.
Tough Cuts, Bold Goals
To stabilize finances, United made sweeping internal changes—over 400 jobs were eliminated, cafeteria services were scaled back, and ticket prices rose to £66. While unpopular with fans, Ratcliffe insists these were unavoidable.
He also stood by the club’s focus on the men’s squad, citing that it generates £640 million of United’s £650 million annual revenue.
Looking ahead, Ratcliffe outlined his ambitious “Mission 21” project, aiming to capture the club’s 21st league title by 2028—just in time for its 150th anniversary. “Liverpool rebuilt under Klopp. We’re building something similar—calculated, long-term, and sustainable.”
An announcement regarding Old Trafford’s future—possibly involving the construction of a completely new, state-of-the-art stadium—is expected soon.
