Manchester United staff members are bracing for another round of job cuts, with rumors circulating that up to 200 more positions could be eliminated.
These new redundancies come as minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his company Ineos continue their push to reduce costs at the club.
The timing of this announcement was especially awkward for some employees who learned of it while attending Denis Law’s wake at Old Trafford last week, a somber occasion to celebrate one of the club’s legends.
Staff Learn of Job Cuts During Denis Law’s Wake
The news broke during the wake, where United employees were caught off guard by reports of further layoffs.
The setting was far from ideal, especially considering the club had already let go of several staff members in the previous year.
Chief executive Omar Berrada and chief operating officer Collette Roche attended the memorial earlier in the day, but no senior figures were present at the wake.
It became even more uncomfortable for the staff when they learned that the people organizing the event were former employees who had been let go by the club.
United Employees Briefed on Upcoming Redundancies as Morale Drops
A scheduled briefing for United employees at 2:30 p.m. on Monday will provide an update on the potential redundancies.
It’s expected that the announcement will once again dampen morale within the workforce.
This news comes at a time when Marc Armstrong is set to begin his role as the club’s new chief business officer.
Armstrong’s appointment follows his move from Paris Saint-Germain, where he previously held a similar position.
Teddy Sheringham Criticizes the Loss of Key Staff at United
Former United striker Teddy Sheringham, who won the Treble under Sir Alex Ferguson in 1999, has expressed his disappointment with how Ineos has been running the club.
He believes that the employees who have been laid off are the unsung heroes who made United run smoothly.
Sheringham pointed out that these staff members were dedicated to the club, performing various roles that often went unnoticed.
He added that this loss is taking away from the club’s identity, something Sir Alex was particularly good at maintaining by surrounding himself with people who loved the club.
Michael Knighton Pays Tribute to Denis Law at His Funeral
One surprising figure at Denis Law’s funeral was Michael Knighton, the businessman who made headlines in 1989 when he attempted to buy United for £20 million.
Knighton, now 73, arrived at Manchester Cathedral almost unnoticed to pay his respects to the club legend.
His presence at the service was a reminder of his past attempts to get involved with the club, including his 2022 announcement that he was in talks to form a consortium to buy United.
Amad Diallo Faces Surgery After Serious Ankle Injury
Amad Diallo’s season may be over after he sustained a serious ankle injury during training last week.
The injury is severe enough that United’s medical team is considering surgery to repair the damaged ligaments.
Head coach Ruben Amorim confirmed that Diallo will likely miss the rest of the season, with no chance of returning until the final Premier League game against Aston Villa in late May.
Additionally, Kobbie Mainoo is sidelined for about six weeks due to a calf strain, which puts his participation in the upcoming Europa League round of 16 in jeopardy.
United’s Injury List Grows as Ugarte and Collyer Suffer Setbacks
The injury woes continue for Manchester United, with Manuel Ugarte and Toby Collyer both suffering setbacks last week.
Thankfully, neither injury is considered serious, and both players are expected to return soon.
Meanwhile, Christian Eriksen and Leny Yoro are set to be available for United’s upcoming match against Everton, having recovered from illness.
Sir Dave Brailsford Returns to Carrington as Job Cuts Loom
Sir Dave Brailsford, the Ineos sporting director, has been a more visible presence at United’s Carrington training ground after temporarily relocating from Monaco.
Brailsford has been overseeing the £50 million redevelopment of the training ground and is expected to play a key role during this difficult period of job cuts and financial restructuring.
Known for his focus on marginal gains, Brailsford has also brought in world-renowned athletics coach Harry Marra to provide guidance to United’s coaching and fitness staff.
Manchester United Fans Push Back Against Ticket Price Increases
The Manchester United Supporters’ Trust (MUST) is taking a stand against potential ticket price hikes, launching a campaign to keep prices frozen.
In an open letter to Sir Jim Ratcliffe, MUST argued that now is not the time to increase ticket prices, citing the negative impact such a move would have on fan relations and overall club success.
The group suggested alternative fundraising methods, such as offering shares to fans, to avoid alienating supporters during an already challenging time.
Mistaken Suspension of United Fans’ Season Tickets Corrected
A United fan and his 11-year-old son had their season tickets reinstated after the club wrongly suspended them following the chaos during the Rangers match.
The pair left the game early due to safety concerns, only for their seats to be taken by other supporters.
After a review of the CCTV footage, United acknowledged their mistake and apologized to the family, ensuring that they would not miss any more matches due to the error.
United Players Find Relief in Team Bonding After Tottenham Defeat
Following their disappointing 1-0 loss to Tottenham, Manchester United players decided to lift their spirits by organizing a team-bonding dinner in Manchester.
With morale low and some players losing faith in head coach Ruben Amorim, the dinner offered a chance for the squad to unwind and enjoy each other’s company away from the pressures of football.
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