Jordan Gardner has lowered expectations about the potential sale value the Glazers could hope to accrue for Manchester United following the release of an investment welcome statement (shortly after Liverpool’s).
He went on to admit that realistically there is such a small pool of available suitors who can afford to buy a football club for the values ​​discussed (£3-4bn) that it is possible ‘one or both owners’ will end up unsold.
In terms of valuation, I’m hard-pressed to see anything above £4bn for Manchester United and maybe £3-3.5bn for Liverpool using any fancy valuation methodology and multiples of revenue.” US-based soccer investor to The Athletic.
“Most people don’t realize that the pool of buyers at these price points is incredibly small, and while it’s possible that a bidding war could increase the final asking price for both clubs, I don’t anticipate that happening. here.
“There’s a real chance that one or both owners won’t get the sales price they want and end up deciding not to sell.”
Tom Werner has already admitted that FSG is prepared to remain manager of the Reds should a suitable buyer not be identified.
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It’s a reality that may not entirely appeal to fans of either club, particularly those from Manchester given the almost universal unpopularity of the property.
For our part, we certainly prefer to keep the group we have rather than risk a change of pace, which may not suit the values ​​of the side and the city.
Ultimately, any prospective owner entering the equation must be able, at a minimum, to build on the framework left behind by John W. Henry and Co. and actively listen to fans on key decisions that affect team composition.
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