Manchester United owners Jim Ratcliffe and the Glazers make statements after John Murtough departure.
Manchester United co-owners Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Joel Glazer express gratitude towards John Murtough as he steps down from his role as football director at Old Trafford after 11 years. Murtough held various positions during his time at the club, and his departure comes as part of a significant restructuring overseen by Ratcliffe’s INEOS. The club is set to welcome Omar Berrada as CEO from Manchester City and is in talks to bring in Jason Wilcox as technical director. Negotiations are also ongoing with Newcastle for the appointment of Dan Ashworth as sporting director.
Both Ratcliffe and Glazer have paid tribute to Murtough, acknowledging his loyal service and support during the transition. Murtough’s departure marks the beginning of a new football leadership structure at Manchester United, reflecting a period of significant change for the club. Ratcliffe completed the purchase of a 27% stake in the club earlier this year, signalling further sweeping changes expected in the summer. There is speculation surrounding the future of head coach Erik ten Hag and the need for the team to achieve specific targets to secure his long-term position.
With the team currently in sixth place and facing a gap of 11 points off the top four, the forthcoming season will see a restructured hierarchy at Manchester United. The club is navigating potential changes in coaching staff, with efforts to secure the services of key personnel such as Dan Ashworth and Jason Wilcox.
