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Manchester United: Eric Cantona knocks out Jim Ratcliffe

The divide between Eric Cantona and the new management of Manchester United is still as deep as ever. The former

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 7:42 AM
Manchester United: Eric Cantona knocks out Jim Ratcliffe
Key Things to Know
  • Eric Cantona stated he would never have signed for Manchester United if Jim Ratcliffe had been in charge.
  • Cantona strongly criticized Ratcliffe's comments on UK immigration, highlighting the vital contribution of immigrants to football history.
  • The former striker previously opposed Ratcliffe's policies in 2025 over 450 club job cuts and ticket price hikes.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester United striker Eric Cantona has publicly criticized club co-owner Jim Ratcliffe on TikTok, stating he would not have signed for the club if Ratcliffe had been in charge during the 1990s. Cantona, who won four Premier League titles at Old Trafford between 1992 and 1997, expressed strong disagreement with the Ineos boss.

Cantona voiced strong objections to Ratcliffe's comments regarding immigration to the United Kingdom, pointing out that football's greatest players historically emerged from diverse waves of immigration. The French legend had previously spoken out against Ratcliffe's management in 2025 following ticket price increases and approximately 450 staff job cuts.

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