Sir Jim Ratcliffe meets Chelsea great Frank Lampard as Man Utd change approach
Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly been meeting with various managers as he seeks to steer the club away from the direction it took under the Glazer family's reign. The co-founder of INEOS has been proactive since his investment in the club, which also gave him total control over football operations.
Since his £1.3 billion investment was confirmed in February, Ratcliffe has instigated significant changes off the pitch. Richard Arnold and John Murtough, two key figures during United's recent period of mediocrity, have both left the club as part of a structural overhaul.
Ratcliffe has replaced them with individuals he considers to be industry leaders. Omar Berrada will join from Manchester City as chief executive this summer, while Dan Ashworth is set to become sporting director once Newcastle United agree to let him complete the move.
Jason Wilcox is expected to become United's new technical director in the coming weeks after resigning from his role as Southampton's sporting director. Darren Fletcher will also be given a new title.
In his quest for top-tier operations at Old Trafford, Ratcliffe is reportedly actively seeking advice and insight from experienced football figures, something the Glazers were criticised for neglecting, reports the Express. The Athletic reports that the 71-year-old has been rubbing shoulders with several football managers including since taking the reins at United.
A select few were present at a Grenadier launch event in London in February. The car's launch night, a product of INEOS, saw the likes of former Chelsea manager Frank Lampard, ex-England boss Roy Hodgson and Brentford's Thomas Frank in attendance, among others.
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