The Glazer family’s ownership of Manchester United is under increased scrutiny after unprecedented protests outside Old Trafford and the team’s hotel saw their fixture against Liverpool postponed.
This latest wave of unrest has been sparked by the club’s recent decision to join the proposed European Super League, but opposition to the Glazers dates back to when they completed a leveraged buyout in 2005, which led to the considerable ‘green & gold’ protest movement and formation of non-league club FC United of Manchester.
Ever-diligent finance blogger Kieron O’Connor (AKA Swiss Ramble) has taken a look at United’s accounts since the Glazers’ takeover 16 years ago, with a detailed must-read Twitter thread. Here are nine of the most eye-catching figures.
Read the article at Planet Football.
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