Jackie Kay has left her role as head of team operations at Manchester United after nearly 30 years at the club, despite her popularity being clear to see at Carrington

Manchester United insiders are reportedly on edge, fearing surveillance by a top executive brought in by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The club's employees are said to be engulfed in a 'growing culture of fear' as Ratcliffe, who holds a significant 28.94 per cent stake in the club, pushes forward with his severe cost-cutting measures.

The group property services team at Manchester United are accustomed to undertaking mundane jobs. As the hidden heroes responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Old Trafford, Carrington and the club’s other buildings,

Man Utd have given Erik ten Hag a contract extension months before sacking him, hired and fired Dan Ashworth and spent £200million on players in the 2024 summer transfer window under Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s watch,

Throughout a protracted process, Jassim and Sir Jim Ratcliffe were primarily in the running to become United's next owners. Ultimately, Ineos chief Ratcliffe prevailed as his bid ensured the Glazers maintained their position as primary owners, while Jassim aimed to purchase 100 per cent of the club and put forward a £4.79billion offer.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's latest staff cull at Manchester United has coincided with the billionaire parting ways with head of team operations Jackie Kay, who had been at Old Trafford since 1995

Jackie Kay, the head of team operations, has been sacked by Manchester United as Sir Jim Ratcliffe continues his ruthless cost-cutting exercise at Old Trafford

Sir Jim Ratcliffe made a shocking blunder in front of Katie Zelem when she was captain of Manchester United Women, according to reports. The British billionaire has faced criticism for a perceived lack of interest in women’s football since he become part-owner of United 12 months ago.