Gary Neville has always been a vocal advocate for his former club, Manchester United, and has been highly critical of the Glazer family, who have had a detrimental financial impact on the club and hindered its progress. However, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recent partial takeover, which grants him full control of the footballing side of the business, there is now hope among the Old Trafford faithful and former players like Neville that the club’s fortunes will improve.
There are several important issues that Ratcliffe and his INEOS team must address, including the appointment of the right director of football. It is believed that Newcastle’s Dan Ashworth, who is currently on gardening leave from his position at the Magpies, is the preferred choice for this role. Neville has expressed strong opinions on this particular appointment, suggesting that Manchester United should be willing to pay a higher fee to secure Ashworth’s services immediately. He believes that if the club fails to do so and makes another mistake in the upcoming transfer window, it could result in a significant financial loss.
Neville emphasizes the need for Manchester United to halt their decline and regain their former status as a club that can attract top talent and lucrative deals. He suggests that Ashworth’s presence would prevent the club from being taken advantage of in transfer negotiations, as he is known for his resilience and strategic approach in such situations.
The decisions made by Ratcliffe in the near future will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the club, both in the short term and during the summer transfer window. If his team fails to make a strong start or makes any missteps, Neville will not hesitate to hold him accountable, just as he has done with the Glazer family in recent years.
According to the Source caughtoffside.com