Sir Jim Ratcliffe is 'sick' of hearing about Manchester United's decline - and his right-hand man Sir Dave Brailsford reckons it weighs heavy on their shoulders

Sir Jim Ratcliffe made a shocking blunder in front of Katie Zelem when she was captain of Manchester United Women, according to reports. The British billionaire has faced criticism for a perceived lack of interest in women’s football since he become part-owner of United 12 months ago.

Throughout a protracted process, Jassim and Sir Jim Ratcliffe were primarily in the running to become United's next owners. Ultimately, Ineos chief Ratcliffe prevailed as his bid ensured the Glazers maintained their position as primary owners, while Jassim aimed to purchase 100 per cent of the club and put forward a £4.79billion offer.

The group property services team at Manchester United are accustomed to undertaking mundane jobs. As the hidden heroes responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Old Trafford, Carrington and the club’s other buildings,

Jackie Kay, the head of team operations, has been sacked by Manchester United as Sir Jim Ratcliffe continues his ruthless cost-cutting exercise at Old Trafford

The turmoil under Manchester United’s INEOS leadership has continued to unravel with revelations of the club’s ‘penny-pinching’ that has seen purchases of Sellotape scrutinised in cost-cutting measures.