Those in charge of the Manchester United takeover are trying to ‘blow away’ renewed interest in the club by amplifying the fictional story that ties them together to a good company.
This is the view of finance guru Kieran Maguire, soccer insider Find out what’s happening behind the scenes at Old Trafford.
United Airlines has been on the market since last November and has genuine interest in a full takeover by private groups from the US and Middle East, as well as Britain’s richest man, Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Days after the Glazers issued a statement calling for investment, a series of big brands including Apple, Facebook, Google and Zara were tied up in deals.
A source told the site that the Rain Group, which is tasked with overseeing the sales process, deliberately helped amplify these stories.
Their motives are not hard to understand, says Maguire.
“makes some sense,” He said football insiders Adam Williams.
“They are trying to drown out interest by tying their brand to other big brands. As such, the rumors were not included in the bid.
“Glazers want Unitech’s top dollar. More bidders equal more auctions, so we can see the rationale behind it.
“The current share price is supported by the prospect that investors will be able to sell the stock.
“However, what can go up very quickly can also go down very quickly.“
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