Sheikh Jassim was in the running to buy Manchester United before Sir Jim Ratcliffe won the race.

He had a shortlist.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe broke his silence on his bidding rival.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS team have officially become minority owners at Manchester United.

The Qatari banker could get his revenge.

He's not happy.

The Qatari banker could re-adjust his focus to the Red Devils' Premier League rivals.

He has shed light on the situation.

Sheikh Jassim has pulled out of the race to buy Manchester United

The Reds' stance is clear.

This would be a major surprise.

Sheikh Jassim has pulled out of the race to acquire Manchester United, with Jim Ratcliffe now in pole position.

Man Utd have a significant debt problem.

Manchester United could have been transformed under Sheikh Jassim

Sheikh Jassim has now pulled out of the race to buy Manchester United

Sheikh Jassim has pulled out of the race to buy Manchester United

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has agreed a deal to buy a minority stake in Manchester United after Sheikh Jassim withdrew his name from the race.

A deal is close.

Sheikh Jassim could turn his attention elsewhere.

He's pulled out of the race.