Glazers out? – Takeover talk ramps up at Manchester United

Takeover talk is ramping up at Old Trafford as the fall-out from Manchester United’s poor start to the season continues.

Erik ten Hag’s side sit bottom of the Premier League table after back-to-back defeats, including Saturday’s humiliating 4-0 loss at Brentford.

Here, the PA news agency answers the key questions regarding the situation.

What’s the history with the Glazers?

The Glazers' takeover was very unpopular — The Glazers’ takeover was very unpopular (Martin Rickett/PA)

What happened next?

United have not enjoyed success since Sir Alex Ferguson departed (Martin Rickett/PA)

What are the main complaints?

MUST Statement in response to media speculation around a potential sale or partial sale of Manchester United pic.twitter.com/0Funx5yWCl

— M.U.S.T (@MU_ST) August 18, 2022

Although United can hardly be said to have been frugal over the last decade, their ability to make marquee signings has undoubtedly diminished, with Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea arguably moving past them. Decision-making, meanwhile, has been hugely questionable, with a series of relatively short-term managers and unsuccessful recruitment.