Cantona: 'Sir Jim Ratcliffe ruined Manchester United'

The French football legend was unhappy with how Manchester United was run under Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Cantona criticized Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Speaking at an event for FC United, the fan group formed to oppose the Glazers, Eric Cantona commented: "Since Ratcliffe arrived, this management team has been trying to destroy everything and they don't respect anyone. I feel sad that Manchester United is in this situation. They have decided on a different direction, a different strategy."

Cantona also criticized Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his associates for wanting to demolish Old Trafford and build a new stadium. The French football legend said: "They even want to change the stadium. Old Trafford will always be an icon. For me, Arsenal lost their soul when they left Highbury and I'm sure many fans still remember Highbury."

Can you imagine Liverpool playing in a stadium other than Anfield? That's impossible. I don't think Manchester United could play in a stadium other than Old Trafford."

MU is going through a terrible situation. Photo: Reuters.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, through his Ineos group, acquired a 27.7% stake in Manchester United in February 2024 for approximately £1.25 billion. Since then, the British billionaire has implemented a series of changes, including staff reductions and austerity measures. Furthermore, Sir Jim Ratcliffe's decision to increase season ticket prices has angered many Manchester United fans.

In an interview in March, Sir Jim Ratcliffe shocked many Manchester United fans by stating bluntly that "the club will run out of money by the end of the year" if drastic measures aren't taken. The Red Devils suffered record losses in the 2023/24 season and are now recovering from those losses.

Cantona also admitted that Sir Jim Ratcliffe made a mistake in stripping Sir Alex Ferguson, who won 13 Premier League titles with Manchester United, of his ambassadorial status.

Currently, Manchester United are refusing to comment on Cantona's statements. The team just drew 2-2 against Lyon in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals on the morning of April 11th.

Former player Elanga's solo run from midfield brings heartbreak to MU. In the early hours of April 2nd, Nottingham Forest defeated MU 1-0 in round 30 thanks to the only goal scored by Anthony Elanga.

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