Fabrizio Romano has dropped the latest coming from Manchester United, sir Jim Ratcliffe has sent a warning to clubs looking to secure the signing of Mason Greenwood and also the fans that Mason Greenwood is not for sale. He said ” Given the fact all that has happened with “Greenwood” in Manchester United i want and I’m willing to bring him back to Manchester United, Yes we received a large bid for Mason Greenwood ahead of the January transfer window but its not accepted, he is a rare gem and his style of play is hard to find Greenwood is not for SALE he is coming back to man utd”. This is good news 👏 Manchester United fans are already loving sir Jim Ratcliffe. Greenwood coming back to Manchester United will be a massive boost to the team🙀🥹🙀
Manchester United recently found themselves at the center of a significant development involving Mason Greenwood just before the January transfer window. The club’s response to this offer could shed light on the intentions of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who recently gained control of football operations from the Glazer family. Ratcliffe’s acquisition of a 25% share in United for £1.3 billion, announced on Christmas Eve, awaits approval from the Premier League, and he must greenlight football decisions before officially assuming his role. The fate of Greenwood, particularly regarding his potential return to Getafe on loan, looms as one of Ratcliffe’s initial key decisions.
Ratcliffe’s deliberation over the 22-year-old forward has been prolonged, partly due to significant events during the summer, which saw Greenwood’s resurgence at Old Trafford. Getafe reportedly expressed strong interest in securing Greenwood’s services for £40 million in January, aiming to outmaneuver United in the transfer market. Moreover, clubs like AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, and Real Madrid have shown interest in Greenwood, impressed by his performances during his time in Spain.
For now, United intends to keep Greenwood’s move as a loan, hoping to generate more interest and increase his market value. Greenwood endured an 18-month hiatus following his arrest in January 2022 on charges of attempted rape, assault, and coercive control, all of which he vehemently denied. However, in February of the following year, the Crown Prosecution Service dropped all charges against him due to key witnesses retracting their statements, allowing him to resume his football career.
Despite this legal clearance, internal and external pressures prompted former CEO Richard Arnold to postpone Greenwood’s anticipated return, ultimately leading to his last-minute transfer to Getafe. In Spain, Greenwood has made a notable impact, tallying five goals and providing four assists in his initial 15 appearances.
This recent turn of events surrounding Greenwood’s potential transfer highlights the intricate negotiations and strategic considerations involved in modern football. As Ratcliffe prepares to assume a pivotal role at Manchester United, his decisions regarding Greenwood’s future will undoubtedly shape the club’s trajectory in the seasons to come.
