Arnold’s appointment was part of the more coherent structure put in place after Woodward stepped down. Arnold was to lead the business side with the footballing side led by John Murtaugh who reported to him. Even the latter’s role is now being reported as under threat with Ratcliffe reported to be wanting to bring in Paul Mitchell (the guy who is credited with reviving southampton under Cortese and Poch, and then building the Poch led Spurs) and/or Dave Brailsford
They are sorely in need of competent governance. Hopefully Jimbo will prove to be a fan, albeit a rich one, who nevertheless has no business running a football club.
A rich person excels in one industry. Then they back themselves to do well in another.
Might be inspired. Might be hubris.
Here’s hoping for the latter, and obviously for the whole thing to continue to struggle along.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who is close to buying 25% of Manchester United, is expected to take guidance from Sir Alex Ferguson as he undertakes an overhaul of the club. (Telegraph - subscription required)
Lol, yes please, it has worked really well taking guidance from him since he stepped back from his manager’s role, long may it continue
Consulting Alex Ferguson these days is a bit of PR. Soothes the fans and pays respect to the sour Godfather. I doubt he has anything useful to say at this point, but Jimbo will do well to doff his cap in that direction and win a few brownie points.
I know the link is far from reliable, but will they never learn? Throwing tons of money at some over the hill forward yet again. Manchester United are willing to triple Antoine Griezmann’s wages in a bid to sign the France forward, 32, from Atletico Madrid in January. (El Nacional, via Mundo Deportivo)
Three losses out of four Champions League games. Usually that would mean curtains. A last gasp penalty save in their third game meaning they are only a point behind qualification with two games to play. The definition of jammy.