Because Sir Jim Ratcliffe owns a stake in Manchester United, the Premier League team might be eliminated from the Europa League the next season.
A £1.3 billion deal including a 25% stake in the Glazer family is ready to be completed by the British billionaire.
An upturn in the team’s fortunes is anticipated by many United supporters following Ratcliffe’s appointment.
Some United supporters have, however, failed to consider the potential impact on their chances in Europe.
Nice is owned by both Ratcliffe and Ineos Group. Present leaders Paris Saint-Germain are currently ahead of the Ligue 1 club.
A team that finishes higher than the other is guaranteed a Champions League position, with the losing team being barred from Europe, according to UEFA’s “multi-club ownership rules,” as reported by the UK Sun.
Also, United and Nice may only participate in Europe together in the upcoming season if one wins a Champions League berth automatically and the other gets into the Europa Conference League outright.
Sixth place in the Premier League table is currently held by United.
