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Man United latest: Sir David Beckham given takeover backing as Sir Jim Ratcliffe stance clear

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has come under pressure following the team's disappointing start to the season…

By Jake Bayliss · Manchester Evening News

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 5:30 AM

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Djibril Cisse suggested David Beckham could replace INEOS and the Glazer family in a Manchester United takeover.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe previously indicated he would walk away if fan abuse reached the level faced by the Glazers.
Supporters demonstrated against Ratcliffe and the Glazers during United's 3-2 Champions League victory against Roma.

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Former Premier League striker Djibril Cisse has backed David Beckham to lead a Manchester United takeover if Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS decide to step down. Ratcliffe has faced growing criticism from supporters amid the club's poor form, with fans staging protests during Manchester United's 3-2 Champions League comeback win against Roma.

Ratcliffe previously stated he would consider leaving if fan hostility reached the levels experienced by the Glazer family. Meanwhile, Cisse suggested that Beckham's experience co-owning Inter Miami makes him a strong candidate to take over, adding that former club captain Roy Keane should be appointed manager if Beckham took control.

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Man United latest: Sir David Beckham given takeover backing as Sir Jim Ratcliffe stance clear

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