Jim Ratcliffe critical of Manchester United recruitment and plans shake-up

• Prospective minority owner aired concerns during visit
• Ratcliffe wants control of football side of operations

Sir Jim Ratcliffe questioned Manchester United’s recent transfer policy during his visit to the club in March, with the prospective new minority owner citing the previous summer’s acquisition of Casemiro as an example of what he views as questionable recruitment.

Ratcliffe, whose bid to purchase 25% of the club is expected to be voted on during a board meeting on Thursday, believes United run a productive commercial operation but that investment in the squad could be markedly improved.

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