UEFA could block any prospective move by Manchester United for Kylian Mbappe, as they must clarify their ownership details.
According to The Sun, Manchester United’s potential takeover could pose problems for the club if they wish to sign Kylian Mbappe. Sheikh Jassim bin Hammed Al Thani remains the front-runner to acquire the Premier League side. But they must clarify their relationship with PSG before making any move for the French superstar.
As the takeover saga rumbles on, Manchester United fans are eager to see the club change hands from the Glazers. There is still no absolute clarity on who the new owners would be or whether the current incumbents would sell the club.
Talks have been dragged on for months, but Qatari bidder Sheikh Jassim bin Hammed Al Thani remains the clear front-runner. Sir Jim Ratcliffe of INEOS still holds an interest in taking over, but the Qataris possess the funds that would please the Glazers.
The report and many others state a takeover by Sheikh Jassim could inch closer to completion. The new owners are expected to bring in massive fund support for the first team, which could make Manchester United one of the most powerful clubs in the world.
On the other side, the fans have been dreaming of signing some of the best-known players in the world. That includes Kylian Mbappe, with Manchester United contemplating a move for the Real Madrid target. Signing the Frenchman will take a monumental financial effort, and it’s difficult.
Arsenal are also in the race, but for a long time, Real Madrid have been favourites to sign the attacker. After Mbappe, who scored 41 goals last season, has revealed his intention not to sign the extension in his contract. Meanwhile, PSG have suggested they will not allow the forward to leave on a free transfer.
Hence, speculation surrounds him as Mbappe looks to leave for free. PSG believe Real Madrid have already agreed with the striker to join them next summer. While that may be the case, Manchester United hold an interest, which seems complicated due to a UEFA ruling.
UEFA recently suspended any activity between Toulouse and AC Milan, as the two clubs are under the same ownership. The French side went to lengths to prove the holding company has no influence in the club’s running, which did not convince the governing body as the ban stands.
Similarly, Manchester United could face a similar problem if their takeover by Sheikh Jassim concludes. There have been reports of connections to PSG president Nasser Al Khelafi, which were denied earlier. However, if the relationship gets established, complications could emerge for any move to sign Mbappe.
It will come as a blow for Manchester United and their fans, who have dreamt of signing Mbappe. However, there’s still plenty to do before all those things can cause worry, as the supporters eagerly await a big update regarding the takeover.
