Eric Cantona says he would not have joined Manchester United in 1992 had Sir Jim Ratcliffe been a co-owner because of the billionaire's immigration comments.
Former Manchester United forward Eric Cantona stated he would not have joined the club in 1992 if Sir Jim Ratcliffe had been co-owner at the time. Speaking at an event in Ireland, Cantona criticized Ratcliffe's political views and past statements concerning immigration, declaring he could not accept such comments from an owner of the club.
Cantona, who signed from Leeds United in 1992, emphasized the historical contribution of immigrants to football across England and France. He referenced his personal background as the son of Spanish refugees to highlight why Ratcliffe's past rhetoric on immigration directly conflicted with his principles.
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