Manchester United's transfer issues come as no surprise to many in the football world. One agent acknowledges the "chaos" behind the scenes at the club.
The Red Devils finally appear to be closing in on the defensive midfielder after many unsuccessful chases, leading to Real Madrid star Casemiro.United, who were eventually dropped, are planning to sign Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong after a protracted transfer saga lasting more than three months this summer.
United then turned their attention to Juventus, only to pull out of the deal after the Frenchman refused to withdraw his huge wage demandsWith a week to go until the summer window closes, United are once again facing a desperate scramble before the deadline. Scenario, and those who have done business with the club think it is not entirely unexpected.
In an article published by The Athletic, one agent explained: You man he wins Liverpool. They have a clear structure and you know who is doing what. You don't see that at United. When people say it's chaotic behind the scenes, it really does look like it.
United have set the tone by bringing in transfer chief John Murtaugh, supported by Darren Fletcher as his technical director. I tried to create some order in the hierarchy. Transfer talks had previously been left to director of football negotiations Matt Judge, who is now working on a notice period after submitting his resignation in April. 48} Image:
Former Executive Vice-Chairman Ed Woodward is also believed to have played an active role in the transfer negotiations, and recently took on that role. Replaced by Richard. Arnold. United's approach to the acquisition has been criticized for a lack of cohesive thinking and a sporadic strategy without a real plan in place.The efficient process that has helped Man City and Liverpool succeed
United have in recent years seen Sevilla coach Monchi, former Ajax chief Marc Obermars and former United goalkeeper – now Ajax chief executive – Edwin van der Searle, Tottenham recruiting chief Paul Mitchell.
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NSJsport/REX/Shutterstock)Another agent said of United's hierarchy: . I know they saw Paul Mitchell in Monaco. He has done a good job wherever he has been.
"They need someone like that with the ability to make changes. It's a complete rebuild. It feels like they're only doing a partial rebuild. Partial restructuring followed by partial restructuring."
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Getty Images)United are one ofHaaland and Jude Bellingham opposed a move to Old Trafford, opting for further development at Borussia Dortmund, while former targets such as Ben Chilwell and Grealish moved to direct rivals.
Another agent said: Look at the player's face and say it's a great opportunity.
However, United are in the midst of buyout speculation, which could lead to another change in club ownership. The Glazer family is said to be willing to sell at least a minority stake, and his Apollo, a US investor, is in "exclusive negotiations," according to The Mail.
Britain's richest Sir Jim Ratcliffe - from Manchester - has hated his name, confirming interest in a potential takeover bid if the club goes up for sale. Ratcliffe founded the successful chemical company Ineos and has already invested in French club Nice, Swiss FC Lausanne Sport and the Mercedes F1 franchise.
