Tensions are reportedly rising behind the scenes at Old Trafford as the Glazer family grow increasingly frustrated with Sir Jim Ratcliffe's leadership. Despite the INEOS founder taking control of football operations earlier this year, the club has slumped to its worst start to a league campaign in nearly four decades.
Ratcliffe acquired a minority stake in United in 2024, a deal worth £1.2 billion that handed his INEOS group total control over football operations. The agreement included an additional £245 million injection to upgrade Old Trafford's fading infrastructure, taking his overall financial commitment to approximately £1.5bn. However, two years on, the anticipated revival has failed to materialise.
Instead of progressing, the Red Devils find themselves embroiled in a deepening crisis. They are currently enduring an eight-game winless run across all competitions, managing just a single Premier League victory so far this term. Hovering a perilous two points above the foot of the table, this represents United's poorest start to a campaign in almost 40 years.
Watching from afar, the Glazer family are reportedly astonished by the rapid decline under the new sporting regime. A source close to the American owners told the Daily Mail that the current situation is "a travesty and not what they expected or were promised." The insider added that the Glazers feel "they have never run the club this way."
The frustration runs deep, with the current hierarchy allegedly viewing the INEOS approach as a complete failure. According to ESPN, the Glazers believe Ratcliffe "couldn't have masterminded a worse situation" at Old Trafford.

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INEOS encountered plenty of problems when trying to move Manchester United first team stars on, so they instead let go of numerous academy graduates this summer.
The likes of Toby Collyer, Louis Jackson, James Overy, James Scanlon, and Habeeb Ogunneye were all sold, and a few deals were justified.
But it came as a surprise to see the Red Devils part ways with Louie Bradbury, considering he had signed his first professional deal less than three weeks ago.
The Wales Under-19 international was on fire last season, scoring 10 times in all competitions, including twice for the Under-21s, despite being only 16 at the time.

#first #ineos #manchester #jackson

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Manchester United failed to sign a striker this summer, despite being linked with several candidates for the job. Among the player on their wish list was long-term target Harry Kane.
The Premier League giants were looking to add more competition for Benjamin Sesko in the squad. The Slovenian arrived at the Theatre of Dreams in a big-money move at the beginning of last season and enjoyed a decent debut run.
Sesko was particularly impressive following Michael Carrick's arrival, helping United finish third in the Premier League table.
However, with the Red Devils all set to compete in the Champions League this season and Joshua Zirkzee's future uncertain, INEOS were expected to sign an experienced No. 9 this year. A move for Kane was touted as a possibility, especially since he has entered the final year of his contract with Bayern Munich.

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Manchester United's pursuit of a new left-back ultimately ended in disappointment this summer. The Red Devils spent much of the transfer window focusing on midfield reinforcements, signing Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba.
The left-back position was also a priority for the English giants this summer, especially with Luke Shaw already on the wrong side of 30. The veteran full-back's contract expires at the end of this season, further complicating matters for INEOS.
While the Englishman started every Premier League game last season, it was imperative to lay down succession plans for the future. Several emerging and established candidates were monitored for the role, including Newcastle United's Lewis Hall, Barcelona's Alejandro Balde, and RB Leipzig's David Raum.
Unfortunately, United failed to land any of their left-back targets and ended the summer without adding cover for Shaw to their squad. Acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano has now named a surprise candidate who was also eyed as an option for the job.

#left #back #shaw #devils

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Manchester United had a quiet end to the summer after being linked with several names in the final days of the transfer window. The Red Devils entered the transfer market riding the optimism of last season's third-placed finish in the Premier League.
With the midfield earmarked as the area requiring urgent attention, the English giants moved quickly to secure the services of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans. This was followed by a period of inactivity before INEOS managed to prise Carlos Baleba away from Brighton & Hove Albion.
With the midfield undergoing a revamp, United were next expected to focus on signing a new striker and a left-back. Consequently, the Red Devils were linked with Freiburg forward Igor Matanovic and Newcastle United full-back Lewis Hall, among others.
Unfortunately, United ended the summer without reinforcing either position. The Red Devils have now confirmed their squad for the Premier League season.

#premier #midfield

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While most fans expected Manchester United to go all out to sign a left-back on deadline day, INEOS had other ideas.
Despite completing a midfield revamp by signing Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba, the co-owners wanted to add one more name.
Leicester City's Louis Page had caught the Red Devils' eye, and United tried their hardest to complete a sensational late move for the 18-year-old.
However, a move never materialised as the Foxes named him in their starting lineup for the game against Plymouth Argyle, while their financial demands also proved to be a significant obstacle.

#united

Fabrizio Romano has ******* ured Manchester United fans that the club are still actively doing their utmost to bring in a left-back before the transfer deadline.
Having completed the much-needed midfield rebuild, INEOS have now turned their attention to bolstering Michael Carrick's backline.
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However, after shelling out £148 million upfront for the arrivals of Andrey Santos (£48m), Carlos Baleba (£65m) and Youri Tielemans (£35m), the budget is limited in these final days.
The Reds have accepted that a deal for first-choice target Lewis Hall is not feasible this summer, partly due to the fee he would command, but primarily because of Newcastle United deeming him off-limits.

#romano #santos

Matthias Jaissle has revealed that Manchester United have 'no chance' of signing Lewis Hall this summer.
The Newcastle United manager briefly addressed the speculation following his side's 2-2 draw with Liverpool yesterday evening.
When speaking with the press post-match, former Red Peter Schmeichel told Jaissle (courtesy of ViaPlay): "We (United) are looking at signing your left-back (Hall)."
The Magpies boss chuckled while responding: "No chance. No chance."
In truth, it's what INEOS have known since the beginning of the window – that Hall is considered entirely off-limits.

#signing #manchester

Manchester United may stand a genuine chance at landing Alejandro Balde, who is now willing to leave Barcelona.
The Red Devils have practically finalised their midfield revamp, as they're about to add Carlos Baleba to their squad. The Cameroonian will join Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, who signed for United last month.
Therefore, INEOS can now primarily focus on recruiting a new left-back in the final days of the summer transfer window.
At the start of the summer, United were keen to buy Lewis Hall, identifying him as the perfect long-term replacement for Luke Shaw. However, Newcastle United refused to negotiate a deal with their rivals, especially after selling three key players already: Sandro Tonali, Anthony Gordon, and Bruno Guimaraes.
Therefore, Man Utd have turned to alternative solutions, including Balde, who has been unsettled in Catalunya.

#balde #alejandro #baleba

Britain's Josh Tarling finished third in the opening stage of the Vuelta a Espana - just eight days after his brother Finlay lost his life in a crash.
The 22-year-old Netcompany Ineos rider decided himself to take part in the three-week Grand Tour and was rewarded with a strong performance on a tight and technical course around the principality of Monaco.
Fin, 19, died in a high-speed collision with a van which had strayed on to the road during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal last Friday.
UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider Tadej Pogacar, the overwhelming favourite for overall victory, won the stage by just nine hundredths of a second from another Briton, Ethan Hayter of Soudal-Quick Step.
Tarling was just four seconds down on Pogacar.

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Manchester United will reportedly launch another attempt to sign young Leicester City midfielder Louis Page.
The Red Devils have seemingly completed their midfield revamp, as they're now close to buying Carlos Baleba from Brighton.
The Cameroonian will join a department that features fellow new signings Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, in addition to Kobbie Mainoo, while Tyler Fletcher and his twin brother Jack will offer extra depth when required.
While Man Utd's midfield department looks sorted, the club is also planning for the future. In recent days, it was reported that INEOS made an offer for Louis Page worth around £10 million, but it was rejected by Leicester.
The 18-year-old was promoted to the senior squad last season and went on to make 18 appearances in the Championship.

#leicester #manchester #city #devils

Riders are risking their lives in races where organisers battle huge costs, and cycling's world governing body the UCI "cannot keep traffic off the roads", according to former rider and team boss Jonathan Vaughters.
Britain's Fin Tarling, 19, died during the Volta a Portugal on Friday following a high-speed collision with a van which had strayed on to the closed road.
A Go Fund Me page to promote young cycling talent has been set up in memory of Tarling, who rode for the NSN Cycling Development Team and was brother to Netcompany-Ineos' Josh Tarling.
Vaughters, who is co-founder and boss of the EF Education-Easypost World Tour team told BBC Sport: "What I'm really not enjoying is this sentiment that's coming from very powerful people in cycling, that says: 'What can you do? Sometimes cars just end up on the road - this is just part of doing competitive sport on the open road.' That is not true. This is preventable."
He added: "People look at the Tour de France and see a bunch of riders going through the beautiful French countryside, but fundamentally it's a very dangerous sport. From the start of my career I can't tell you how many people we've lost."

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NSN Development has withdrawn from the remaining stages of the Volta a Portugal following the death of their rider, 19-year-old Finlay Tarling.
Tarling, the younger brother of Ineos Grenadiers cyclist Josh, was involved in a "serious accident" while taking part in the eighth stage of the 166.8km route from Melgaço to Fafe.
Tarling was riding for the NSN Development Team, having signed a two-year deal ahead of the 2025 season.
In a statement, NSN said: "Following Fin Tarling's tragic passing on Friday, the NSN Development Team has withdrawn from the remaining Volta a Portugal stages."
"With the full support of Fin's parents, the WorldTour team will race on at Czech Tour and the Arctic Race of Norway. We will continue to hold Fin in our hearts as we race in his honour, doing what he loved most.

#development

British cyclist Finlay Tarling has died at the age of 19 following a serious accident at the Volta a Portugal.
Tarling, the younger brother of Ineos Grenadiers cyclist Josh, was riding for the NSN Development Team and taking part in the eighth stage in the north of the country when the accident occurred.
A statement on the team's website said: "We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal today."
"Fin was a much loved member of our team but most importantly, he was a son, a brother, and a friend to so many. He will be deeply missed."
"Our deepest condolences go out to Fin's parents Michael and Dawn, his brother Josh, and everyone who was lucky enough to call Fin a friend. Rest in peace, Fin."

#volta #team

British cyclist Finlay Tarling has died aged 19 after an accident during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal.
Tarling, the younger brother of Netcompany-Ineos rider Josh, had raced for Great Britain on the road and track.
The Welshman was competing for the NSN Development Team when the incident occurred on the 166.8km route from Melgaco to Fafe.
In a statement, NSN said: "We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal today.
"Fin was a much loved member of our team but most importantly, he was a son, a brother, and a friend to so many. He will be deeply missed.

#portugal #team

Micheal Carrick at Old Trafford with Xabi Alonso at Stamford Bridge and Mikel Arteta at the Emirates Stadium. Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester United have both been offered the chance to sign **** nal's highly rated 19-year-old midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly in a surprise late summer transfer window move, according to Football London.
The unexpected availability of the Hale End academy graduate stems from **** nal's high-profile midfield overhaul. Following the Gunners' £75m deal to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, competition for starting places under Mikel Arteta has intensified. To help balance the books and manage squad size after a busy summer, intermediaries have presented Lewis-Skelly to top Premier League clubs as a potential market opportunity.
Both Chelsea and Manchester United have held long-standing interest in the England youth international, and are currently **** sing their defensive and midfield depth late in the window. Able to play as an inverted left-back or a press-resistant central midfielder, Lewis-Skelly offers the tactical flexibility and composure highly prized by top managers. His ability to drive forward in transition and operate in central **** es makes him a versatile **** et for tactical systems requiring positional adaptability.
For Chelsea, Lewis-Skelly is a familiar profile to recruitment staff at Stamford Bridge, who tracked his progress prior to his breakthrough at **** nal. The Blues see his tactical adaptability as a good fit to strengthen their squad across multiple positions.
Manchester United, led by INEOS and manager Michael Carrick, are also **** sing their squad depth as they seek reliable cover for Luke Shaw and additional energy in central midfield. Old Trafford executives rate Lewis-Skelly as a high-upside English talent who fits their current recruitment focus on top domestic prospects.

#midfield #central #carrick

Manchester United are leading the race for promising Leicester City teenager Louis Page, who is also wanted at ****** nal.
The Red Devils were expected to add top-class players to Michael Carrick's first team this season. But so far, they have only added Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans to their midfield ranks, while Karl Darlow arrived as a free agent to add cover behind first-choice goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
In the meantime, INEOS remain adamant about recruiting some of the finest young players in the country. They have already brought in 18-year-old winger Tynan Thompson from Tottenham, while their next acquisition could come from the East Midlands.
Over the past few days, Louis Page has emerged as a serious target for Man Utd. The 18-year-old is a midfielder who rose through Leicester's ranks and became a member of the first team last season.
According to the latest edition of The Athletic's Transfer DealSheet, United are indeed leading the race for the exciting teenager, leaving ****** nal trailing behind.

#arsenal #team

Manchester United officials are reportedly torn between Sander Berge and Tyler Adams, who have emerged as two realistic options.
At the start of the summer, the club's supporters were anticipating the arrivals of prominent top-class profiles as the management plotted a midfield revamp.
Instead, INEOS have opted for cost-efficient moves, refusing to enter bidding wars. Therefore, their top targets, Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, ended up joining Man City and Spurs for £116 million and £85 million respectively.
After missing out on their primary targets, United bought Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £48 million and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million, before slamming the brakes on their midfield reboot.
United have been linked with prominent profiles like Aurelien Tchouameni and Manu Kone, but they haven't made noticeable progress on either track.

#united #million

Manchester United have announced a multi-year partnership with Betway, making the brand the club's new official training kit sponsor and exclusive global betting partner in a record-breaking deal. Michael Carrick is at Old Trafford.
The agreement, valued at £20 million per year, is understood to be the most lucrative standalone training apparel or shirt sleeve sponsorship in world football history. Having operated without a designated training wear sponsor last season, securing this agreement represents a significant commercial triumph for the Old Trafford hierarchy.
The announcement arrives at a pivotal moment for both the club and the broader football sponsorship landscape. With Premier League regulations set to ban gambling companies from appearing as front-of-shirt sponsors starting from the 2026/27 season, betting operators have shifted focus toward secondary commercial inventory—with training kit branding emerging as a primary battleground for global visibility. By securing Betway across their training apparel and digital footprint, United have successfully navigated the upcoming regulatory restrictions while maximising their commercial revenue streams.
Under the terms of the deal, Betway branding will feature prominently across all men's and women's first-team training wear, warm-up gear, and coaching staff apparel. Additionally, as Manchester United's exclusive global betting partner, Betway gains extensive co-branding rights across digital channels, LED perimeter boards at Old Trafford, and international fan engagement campaigns.
The fresh injection of £20 million in annual commercial revenue comes alongside broader financial stabilisation at Old Trafford under co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS. Coupled with income generated by returning to the UEFA Champions League, the expanded financial capacity gives manager Michael Carrick crucial flexibility as he builds his squad ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

#betway #betting #across

Following 2026 market launches in France, Italy, Spain and Portugal, Geely-owned Zeekr has hired experienced automotive leader Tom Johnson to spearhead the UK market ahead of its launch.
Bringing over two decades of experience in the automotive industry, Johnson's background includes leadership roles at JLR and Bentley Motors.
He joins Zeekr from INEOS Automotive, where he served as Regional Director for the UK, MENA and Ireland markets.
Lothar Schupet, CEO of Zeekr Europe said: "This appointment further reinforces our commitment to the UK market, a key automotive market in Europe. Tom's background and decades of experience and passion in the industry will drive Zeekr's launch into the UK market, with the aim to start sales later this year and have Zeekr cars on UK roads by early 2027."
Tom Johnson added: "I'm delighted to join Zeekr at such an exciting point in its European growth. The brand has built strong momentum across Europe, and I'm looking forward to introducing UK customers to Zeekr's premium vehicles and helping build a successful long-term business in this important market."

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It was a seismic story in the middle of the 2025 Tour de France: a senior member of Ineos Grenadiers staff was sent home from the race over alleged links to a German blood-doping ring.
David Rozman was the head carer (soigneur) of the Ineos cycling team, a job which involves all manner of support for riders including nutrition and massage.
The Slovenian had a long ***** ociation with the team, now known as Netcompany-Ineos Cycling Team, stretching back to 2011 when he joined what was then Team Sky during their heyday, as Sir Bradley Wiggins and Chris Froome sparked the British team's near-decade of Tour de France dominance under the leadership of Sir Dave Brailsford.
Rozman was first named publicly in relation to the case by The Irish Independent in an article published during last year's Tour. The next day, L'Equipe splashed the Rozman story, and the Ineos head carer's name was published in the British press for the first time two days later by The Times.
It followed an investigative documentary by German broadcaster ARD called Secret Doping: In the Slipstream, broadcast shortly before the Tour began, in which Rozman was not named for legal reasons. The ARD documentary revealed that a member of Ineos staff had allegedly shared messages with a notorious doping doctor, Mark Schmidt, and that some of those messages were used as evidence in Schmidt's criminal trial.

#ineos #tour #france #Cycling

Manchester United's pursuit of AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone may have taken a complicated turn. The Red Devils endured a slow start to the summer but have picked up the pace in recent days.
With the midfield a priority following Casemiro's exit, INEOS have already signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. The English giants have also secured the services of Karl Darlow on a free transfer to bolster their goalkeeping department.
While Santos and Tielemans could prove to be shrewd acquisitions and should add quality to the middle of the park, United remain on the hunt for a third midfielder. The Red Devils need more steel and tenacity in midfield and are understandably looking at defensive midfielders.
Several candidates remain linked with the Premier League giants, including Kone, who has impressed for both club and country of late.
Kone spent his formative years at several clubs before arriving at Toulouse in 2016. He earned his senior debut with the club from southern France, before moving to Borussia Monchengladbach in 2021.

Michael Carrick had instructed Manchester United to go out and sign at least three midfielders, as the head coach was keen on revamping the team’s engine room.
Two have arrived already, with Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans signed for a combined fee of around £85 million.
Carrick will need one more midfield addition, but the priority for INEOS is to now focus on player sales. Once that is done, the midfield search is expected to resume.
The Red Devils have already missed out on Elliot Anderson, Sandro Tonali, and Mateus Fernandes, while also cancelling the agreement for Ederson due to a failed medical.
INEOS continue to place extra emphasis on recruiting from within the Premier League, and Alex Scott has emerged as a top target.

Manchester United have officially announced their first signing of the summer, while also wrapping up two more deals.
Andrey Santos is the first through the door, with Karl Darlow and Youri Tielemans set to follow.
It was always expected to be a busy summer for the Red Devils, with head coach Michael Carrick insisting on a midfield revamp and also calling for reinforcements out wide and up front.
However, INEOS will be well aware of the need to balance the books with player sales, with Rasmus Hojlund the only major departure so far.
Casemiro and Jadon Sancho leaving means the 20-time English league champions are saving a lot on wages, but they need more.

Manchester United have officially announced the capture of Andrey Santos from Chelsea, while two more announcements are expected soon.
Apart from the midfielder, INEOS have also sealed deals for Karl Darlow, who is set to act as backup for Senne Lammens, and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.
The signing of the Belgian came as a surprise, and more could be on the way, with the Red Devils planning to add at least one more midfielder, along with a left-winger, a backup striker, and a left-back.
Alongside incomings, the club is also focused on outgoings, with Marcus Rashford expected to leave despite Michael Carrick opening the door to a possible reunion.
Noussair Mazraoui has been linked with a surprise exit in recent days, and fellow defender Lisandro Martinez is the latest name to be added to the list.

Youri Tielemans was only interested in joining Manchester United this summer, as being a Red Devil has been a childhood dream for the Aston Villa midfielder – a fact proven by the big-money moves he turned down elsewhere.
In the increasingly transparent transfer market, there are few deals that catch fans and reporters alike by surprise – but the £35 million capture of Tielemans is certainly one.
Having agreed to sign Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £50 million last week, after a similar £39 million arrangement was struck with Atalanta for Ederson, Manchester United were expected to be welcoming two new Brazilians to Old Trafford.
But in an explosive twist, INEOS pulled the plug on their pursuit of Ederson after a failed medical, while quickly pivoting towards Tielemans after it emerged the Belgium international had a £35 million release clause in his contract at Villa Park.
The Villans did not want to lose their 29-year-old maestro, even going as far as to offer the Europa League winner improved terms in the hope of fending off his suitors by removing the clause. But Unai Emery’s side were powerless to stop United striking a deal after they received the green light from the player, who is understood to be excited to play under Michael Carrick.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford’s struggles at the FIFA World Cup could have a bearing on his future this summer. The Englishman is surplus to requirements at Old Trafford and INEOS are looking to cash in on him to fund a busy transfer window.
Rashford spent last season on loan at Barcelona, where he registered 14 goals and 14 ***** ists in 49 games to help them win LaLiga and the Supercopa de Espana. The Premier League giants expected the Catalans to trigger the €30 million purchase option in the player’s contract, but that has not happened. Instead, Barcelona have signed Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United to strengthen their attack.
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There has been interest in the 28 year old from the Premier League as well, with ***** nal and Tottenham Hotspur reportedly considering a move. Recent reports suggest that United are willing to reintegrate the player into their pre-season squad, but a sale remains a lucrative prospect given his academy status.
The Red Devils were hoping that a strong World Cup campaign could ignite a bidding war for Rashford this summer. Unfortunately, things have not gone according to plan.

Former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has his eyes on several of his former stars.
Initially, it came to light that the new AC Milan manager had set his sights on reuniting with defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
Having worked with the Uruguayan both at United and Sporting CP, a move made sense, with INEOS also open to the arrangement for the right fee.
However, an injury sustained during the World Cup put paid to those hopes, and for now, the Uruguay international remains in Manchester.
Then, Amorim targeted Amad, one of the few players who excelled under him during his ill-fated Old Trafford tenure.

In all probability, Manchester United have missed out on another midfield signing.
Andrey Santos has already put pen to paper, but Ederson, who was the Red Devils' first capture of the summer window, is unlikely to join.
There is still no clarity from the club's side, but Italian media have made it clear that the Brazilian is set to return to Atalanta.
The 27-year-old now joins the likes of Elliot Anderson, Sandro Tonali, and Mateus Fernandes on the list of midfielders whom United have failed to sign in this window.
INEOS are wasting little time and have cast their net far and wide in order to acquire their next midfielder.

Manchester United Women have made remarkable progress over recent years. The club only started in 2018 and has risen from the second division to become one of the most consistent teams in the country.
Highlights included winning the club's first trophy in 2024, when they vanquished Tottenham Hotspur Women 4-0 to win the FA Cup final at Wembley. Last season also saw a first-ever League Cup final and an exciting run to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
Nonetheless, Marc Skinner's side also fell away badly at the end of the season, and the fourth-placed finish saw them miss out on Europe. Sadly, the team faces two huge threats to cracking the top of the women's game at home or on the continent.
Ineos have never really seemed to fully understand the women's team or what it means to the fans.
There have been early dramas, like turfing the team out of their normal training rooms for the men's team when Carrington was being redone. There were also Sir Jim Ratcliffe's careless, tone-deaf comments on the women's team when he ******* erted that the men's team was very much the priority back in 2024.