David Gill, a former Manchester United executive, expressed his “positive” feelings on Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS’ minority stake in the team.
Gill worked side by side with Sir Alex Ferguson for ten years as Man United’s CEO.
On Rio Ferdinand’s YouTube channel Five, the 66-year-old expressed his opinions about the soon-to-be new owners.
“Jean-Claude Blanc was at Juventus and subsequently Paris Saint-Germain,” he stated. He is, in my opinion, a seasoned executive with knowledge of what works and what doesn’t in the football industry.
“I consider that to be good. Although in slightly different sports, Dave Brailsford has proven himself to be a winner as well, and I believe he will investigate every possibility and consider questions like, ‘What’s occurred with this appointment?’
“The Premier League has to ratify it (INEOS’ minority investment). However, they know we have to prevail and are ready to move swiftly.
“We need to win and instill it in everyone, but it’s not a given.
“I’m thrilled,” There are a lot of excellent people at Manchester United, and I believe there will be some wise decisions made. It’s not like we need to get rid of every single one of them.
“I believe we have what they need—a fresh perspective, a new drive, and a new direction. I am hence optimistic. However, the pudding will speak for itself.
For INEOS to comprehend the present issues, a thorough diagnosis must be made.
New funding and concepts ought to give United new life. According to reports, INEOS Sport CEO Jean-Claude Blanc and Sir Dave Brailsford will be joining the board.
Ratcliffe did not lose time in appointing Omar Berrada, the former chief operating officer of Man City, to lead United.
The British billionaire’s early acts demonstrate his and his team’s extreme ambition and willingness to revive the Theatre of Dreams.
At Old Trafford, the extended run of success was sparked by Gill and Ferguson.
As the club embarks on a new chapter, its new investors ought to learn a lesson from them.
In addition to the achievement, INEOS needs to identify the underlying source of the problems that have hindered United during the past ten years.
Only by solving the issues will they be able to enhance the team both on and off the field.
Everything must be done, including scouting and transfers, be evaluated.