Ratcliffe explains Man Utd supporter roots

Football
22 Feb 2024 • 1:27 PM MYT
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Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe has spoken about his affection for the club.

Ratcliffe, the owner of petrochemicals company INEOS, has bought a 27.7% stake in United.

Having previously tried to buy Chelsea, Ratcliffe has suggested he was a United supporter at a younger age.

He told the BBC: "I was at primary school in north Manchester and in my class half were pale blue and the other half were red. My family were a red family, my mother and father were always Manchester United fans, and my only regret is my parents aren't here today.

"I automatically became a Manchester United supporter from the age of six or seven. It's an important element of your life, and hugely important to all those who support Manchester United.

"Without question [my favorite memory was] the [1999 Champions League final] victory in Barcelona against Bayern Munich. I was there with my son, who was about 11. The last three minutes were unforgettable. It was a remarkable moment ingrained in the mind - and that is what football is all about."

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