Manchester United: transfer plans set – De Ligt from FC Bayern topic?

Rumors about Zirkzee, de Ligt & Co.

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After joining Manchester United, English billionaire Jim Ratcliffe is pushing ahead with his plans with the “Red Devils”. The head of the chemical giant “Ineos” took over 25 percent of the English record champion’s shares in December – subject to the league’s approval – and paid an estimated around 1.3 billion US dollars (1.18 billion euros) for it. In return, Ratcliffe was assured responsibility for sporting matters. Sports directors are to be appointed for the restructuring; Dan Ashworth (Newcastle United) and Paul Mitchell (most recently AS Monaco) are considered options.

Meanwhile, Ratcliffe is said to have finalized Man United’s transfer plans. Loud “Evening StandardThe seventh-placed team in the Premier League would like to sign a center forward, a number eight, a central defender and a right-back. The priority is the new attacker, who will play alongside Rasmus Højlund (20). The Dane, who was signed in August for almost 74 million euros, scored only his second goal in the Premier League on Sunday in a 2-2 draw against Tottenham.

Mkhitaryan, Sancho, Højlund & Co.: Man United’s most expensive purchases

20 Henrikh Mkhitaryan |16/17 from BVB | Transfer fee: €42 million

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As of January 14, 2024

19 Juan Sebastián Veron | 01/02 from Lazio Rome | Transfer fee: €42.6 million

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18 Nemanja Matic | 17/18 from Chelsea FC | Transfer fee: €44.7 million

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17 Juan Mata | 13/14 from Chelsea FC | Transfer fee: €44.7 million

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16 Rio Ferdinand | 02/03 by Leeds United | Transfer fee: €46 million

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15 Andre Onana | 23/24 by Inter Milan | Transfer fee: €50.2 million

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14 Aaron Wan-Bissaka | 19/20 by Crystal Palace | Transfer fee: €55 million

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13 Lisandro Martinez | 22/23 from Ajax Amsterdam | Transfer fee: €57.4 million

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12 Fred | 18/19 from Shakhtar Donetsk| Transfer fee: €59 million

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11 Anthony Martial | 15/16 by AS Monaco | Transfer fee: €60 million

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10 Mason Mount | 23/34 by Chelsea | Transfer fee: €64.2 million

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9 Bruno Fernandes | 19/20 by Sporting CP | Transfer fee: €65 million

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8 Casemiro | 22/23 by Real Madrid | Transfer fee: €70.7 million

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6 Rasmus Højlund | 23/24 by Atalanta Bergamo | Transfer fee: €73.9 million

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6 Angel Di Maria | 14/15 by Real Madrid | Transfer fee: €75 million

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5 Romelu Lukaku | 17/18 from Everton FC | Transfer fee: €84.7 million

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4 Jadon Sancho | 21/22 from BVB | Transfer fee: €85 million

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3 Harry Maguire | 19/20 by Leicester City | Transfer fee: €87 million

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2 Antony | 22/23 from Ajax | Transfer fee: €95 million

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1 Paul Pogba | 16/17 by Juventus | Transfer fee: €105 million

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We are looking for a top-class striker like Harry Kane (30). The England captain was on the list at Man United last summer, but ultimately decided to move to FC Bayern. After “Sky” information The “Red Devils” have asked for Joshua Zirkzee (22) for the offensive, but FC Bologna will not let him go in the winter. In the summer, the Munich team will once again have a say in personnel thanks to a buyback option.

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According to the Evening Standard, the focus for the defense center is Jarrad Branthwaite (21) from Everton FC and Jean-Clair Todibo (24) from OGC Nice, although there is competition from numerous other Premier League clubs. Loud “SkyMatthijs de Ligt (24) from FC Bayern could also become an issue in Manchester in the summer, provided his playing time does not increase and Erik ten Hag remains coach, and Ronald Araujo (24) from FC Barcelona. In the case of the Uruguayan, United even found out about the contract details and transfer fee.

Manchester United first has to give up players for new signings

While Belgium talent Arthur Vermeeren (18) from Royal Antwerp is in the rumor mill for the midfield center, right winger Michael Olise (22) from Crystal Palace is also said to be one of the most important transfer targets for the coming season. However, before Man United can take action in January, players must first be sold to ensure that the Premier League’s Financial Fair Play regulations are adhered to. So far, three players with no great prospects, Jadon Sancho (23; BVB), Donny van de Beek (26; Eintracht) and Hannibal (20; Sevilla), have been loaned out; the transfer balance shows a loss of around 147 million euros.

Ratcliffe met on Monday with members of the supporters’ council and heads of the Manchester United Supporters’ Trust (MUST) fan organization to introduce himself and get their perspective on the future. A statement from MUST said Ratcliffe’s message was that “everything at United must be ruthlessly focused on creating winning teams on the pitch – something I’m sure all fans will agree with.”

Boehly, Bin Salman & Co.: The owners of the Premier League clubs

Newcastle United – Mohammed Bin Salman (Saudi Arabia)

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Starting year: 2021, as Chairman of the Public Investment Fund

Manchester United – Joel Glazer* (USA)

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*and family
Year of entry: 2003

Chelsea FC – Todd Boehly (USA), Mark Walter (USA), Hansjörg Wyss (Switzerland)

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Starting year: 2022 | Info: You can see the respective majority shareholders of the clubs here, who do not necessarily have to own 100% of the shares.

AFC Bournemouth – Bill Foley (USA)

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Starting year: 2022

Nottingham Forest – Vangelis Marinakis (Greece)

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Year of entry: 2017

Fulham FC – Shahid Khan (USA/Pakistan)

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Starting year: 2013

Everton FC – 777 Partners (pictured: founder Josh Wander)

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Starting year: 2023

Aston Villa – Wes Edens (USA) & Nassef Sawiris (Egypt)

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Starting year: 2018

Arsenal FC – Stan Kroenke (USA)

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Starting year: 2008

Liverpool FC – John Henry (USA)

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Year of entry: 2010

West Ham United – David Sullivan (Wales), David Gold (England), Daniel Kretinsky (Czech Republic)

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Starting year: 2010, Kretinsky from 2021

Brentford FC – Matthew Benham (England)

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Starting year: 2011

Brighton & Hove Albion – Tony Bloom (England)

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Year of entry: 2009

Crystal Palace – Steve Parish (England)

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Starting year: 2011

Manchester City – Mansour Al-Nahyan (UAE)

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Starting year: 2008

Tottenham Hotspur – Daniel Levy (England)

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Starting year: 2000
ENIC Sports and Development Holdings Limited holds 85.55% of Tottenham. Levy owns 29.4 percent of the company, Joe Lewis owns 70.6 percent. Levy is chairman of the club.

Wolverhampton Wanderers – Guo Guangchang (China)

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Starting year: 2016

Burnley FC – Alan Pace (USA)

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Starting year: 2020

Sheffield United – Abdullah Bin Mosaad Al Saud (Saudi Arabia)

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Starting year: 2013
in the picture CEO Stephen Bettis and deputy chairman Yusuf Giansiracusa

Luton Town – Fan Consortium Luton Town FC 2020 Ltd (England)

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Starting year: 2008
Pictured is founding member and CEO David Wilkinson

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