Sir Jim Ratcliffe is continuing his cost-cutting exercises at Manchester United, now targeting the Manchester United Disabled Supporters Assiciation (MUDSA).
Since taking charge at the club, the INEOS owner has made some massive changes to save money.
Around 250 members of staff have been made redundant, the annual Christmas party has been cancelled, and reduced staffing was taken on the pre-season tour.
The most controversial until now has been the ending of Sir Alex Ferguson’s contract as the club’s global ambassador.
Since retiring as manager, Ferguson has been working in this role, earning £2 million per year. However, Ratcliffe has told the legendary manager that his contract will not be renewed next year.
Whilst this was the most controversial of INEOS’ plans, we could now have a new contender.
The Daily Mail has revealed that Ratcliffe’s new approach is targeting the disabled supporters association.
Manchester United currently contribute £40,000 per year to the association, with the group being the first set up in English football.
However, Ratcliffe is now looking to cut this figure in half.
Whilst no decision has been confirmed as of yet, the idea has caused a stir amongst supporters.
An anonymous source close to the situation said: “This is nothing short of a disgrace. The figures they are talking about are a drop in the ocean and the optics would be horrific.”
They continued: “It feels like the club has lost touch with its soul. The disabled supporters’ club has always been a big part of Manchester United and when you see how much money is being wasted on paying off managers and bringing in players who aren’t good enough, something like this will be very difficult to justify.”
The source was likely referencing the recent sacking of Erik ten Hag which cost United £17.5 million in compensation. The fee is even worse considering it would have cost the club £7.5 million less had they removed the manager in the summer.
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