January 24th 2024.
The plans for the future of Manchester United are well underway as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his company, INEOS, have already begun their work at Old Trafford. Their 25% takeover is expected to be approved by the Premier League next month and changes are already being made within the club. The recent appointment of Omar Berrada as the new chief executive, taken from rival Manchester City, is just the beginning. More changes, both on and off the field, are expected in the coming months as the club looks to reshape its playing squad.
According to reports, one of the ways United is looking to raise funds is by selling some of their academy graduates. This includes rising star Mason Greenwood, who could potentially bring in £100 million for the club. At just 22 years old, Greenwood has already made a name for himself, scoring five goals and providing four assists in just 19 appearances during his loan spell at Getafe last summer. However, his impressive form has caught the eye of other clubs, including Barcelona, who are rumored to be interested in signing him.
Another player whose future at United is uncertain is Scott McTominay. Despite being the club's second-highest scorer this season, he is still considered "replaceable" and was even linked with a move to West Ham United last summer. And it's not just the young players who could be on the move - seasoned players like Casemiro, Jadon Sancho, and Antony are also rumored to be potential departures. In fact, Al-Nassr has expressed interest in signing Brazil international Casemiro, as well as right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
As for United's own youth products, the club has already allowed Hannibal Mejrbi and Alvaro Fernandez to leave on loan this summer, with permanent options included in their deals with Sevilla and Benfica respectively. Mejbri, who arrived from Monaco, has a reported option to buy for £17.2 million, while Fernandez, who came from Real Madrid, has an option for £5.1 million with potential add-ons worth £2.6 million.
Despite these changes and potential departures, United remains focused on their goals for the future. And with the recent success of their academy graduates, the club is confident in their ability to continue producing top talent and competing at the highest level. Only time will tell how these changes will shape the club, but one thing is for certain - Manchester United is determined to remain a top contender in the football world.
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