Manchester United are forcing some of their longest-serving fans to give up hope

Steven Railston of the Manchester Evening News argues that Manchester United's leadership is alienating long-term supporters amid poor performances and unpopular ownership decisions. The club has endured its worst start to a Premier League campaign in 40 years, managing only two wins in 12 games across all competitions following a recent 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth.

The piece criticizes minority co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos alongside the Glazers, alleging that ticket price hikes, ticketing investigations, and stadium plans fail to address broader dysfunction. Railston contends the club's ambition to win the Premier League title by 2028 is unrealistic under the current hierarchy.