Beyond the club’s underwhelming results, Live Cricket BPL reporters have revealed that Manchester United fans are also deeply frustrated with the team’s management, recruitment strategy, and tactical decisions. Erik ten Hag’s honeymoon period with the Red Devils appears to be ending, with growing tension in the dressing room and a noticeable drop in form. Still, as the saying goes, “every cloud has a silver lining.” For fans, replacing a self-serving leadership figure is seen as a vital step toward restoring Manchester United’s glory.

However, the odds of a major shift seem slim after recent announcements. First, it’s clear that Ten Hag has earned the trust of the Glazer family. From Greenwood only being loaned to La Liga instead of sold outright, to the abrupt exits of Cristiano Ronaldo and David de Gea, the Dutch manager’s influence on key decisions is evident. Meanwhile, the Glazers have no intention of leaving the club. They rejected Sheikh Jassim’s full takeover offer and instead accepted Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s proposal to buy just 25% of the club. This move signals the beginning of a new era at Manchester United, one with multiple owners and continued backing for Ten Hag from the Glazers.

Sometimes, going with the flow yields better results than resisting the tide. Although Ratcliffe’s entry is not a revolutionary change, it represents a compromise by the Glazers. Ratcliffe, a lifelong United fan, is expected to operate with more integrity and passion for the club—unlike the Glazers, who are often criticized for exploiting it financially. Ratcliffe aims to steadily increase his influence over football operations and eventually gain majority control. A club run by someone who genuinely loves the sport gives fans a glimmer of hope. There are even whispers that David Beckham might be invited to join the leadership team in the future.

Still, Live Cricket BPL sources acknowledge the backlash caused by the Glazers’ decision to snub Sheikh Jassim’s extravagant bid. Jassim had promised to wipe out the club’s debt and commit to debt-free operations moving forward. His offer was music to the ears of United supporters, who are painfully aware that the Glazers’ ownership has plunged the club into deep financial trouble. Due to massive borrowing, United has paid over £900 million in interest—money that could have gone toward world-class signings and development.

In hindsight, passing up Jassim’s offer may well be a missed golden opportunity for Manchester United to turn the page. It’s no wonder the fanbase is outraged. According to Live Cricket BPL, the club’s online forums have been flooded with comments calling for relegation as a form of protest—hoping the financial blow will finally push the Glazers to sell. Though the future remains uncertain, fans are holding on to one hope: that the club will one day be led by someone who puts passion before profit.