INEOS founder-boss James Ratcliffe lights up headlines as he navigates energy costs, plant operations, and UK investment—the man behind one of Britain’s largest chemical groups.
Manchester United has entered the international break in the Premier League's relegation zone after a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa. The club is evaluating replacement options, with Mauricio Pochettino, Eddie Howe, and Julian Nagelsmann among candidates. A final decision requires approval from senior owners and leadership.
Manchester United has re-signed Marcus Rashford after a season-long loan at Barcelona. The deal consolidates Rashford as United’s top earner and a key component in plans to bolster a left-sided attack, with the club weighing wage costs amid pressure to manage expenditure. Barcelona opted not to trigger a £26m buy clause, keeping Rashford in the spotlight as United eye tactical changes for 2026-27.
Fans protest outside Old Trafford as Manchester United faces Manchester City after the club reveals 685 bans and 464 warnings under a ticket touting crackdown. Protests target owners and management amid broader fan engagement concerns.
Manchester United has suffered a damaging run of results, including a Carabao Cup exit to Brighton and a falling form that has intensified scrutiny of Michael Carrick, director of football Jason Wilcox, and the club's recruitment strategy. The latest defeats have exposed ongoing issues in energy, structure, and finishing, with questions over fitness and tactics lingering as the club searches for a plan B.
Andy Burnham is meeting Donald Trump at the UN and Ursula von der Leyen as the UK faces international talks. He is framing a middle path with the US while pressing for an EU-UK reset; British parliamentarians and business voices warn of domestic strain as inflation and taxes stay high.
Ineos has paused operations at three Hull chemical plants, affecting up to 4,000 jobs in its UK supply chain. The move is driven by UK gas costs said to be far higher than those in the US and China, prompting calls for government action and potential LNG imports.
Manchester United face leadership uncertainty as Carrick’s position is challenged after a string of poor results. Meetings with Fernandes and board members have conditioned the mood, with a potential replacement being discussed. The club is exploring options while Fernandes is back in favour and the squad prepares for key fixtures.
Manchester United have failed to win in eight games in all competitions, slipping toward the relegation zone after a 2-0 loss at Chelsea. Carrick is under growing strain as ownership and club leadership confront a crisis of strategy, culture, and results.
Manchester United faces a mounting crisis after a winless run extends to nine games in all competitions, with Lisandro Martínez sent off and Bruno Fernandes restored in a pivotal league loss to Chelsea. City’s defeat and Chelsea’s rise compound pressure on Carrick, as United edge toward relegation danger ahead of a tough run of fixtures.
Manchester United has dismissed head coach Michael Carrick amid a disappointing start to the season. Mauricio Pochettino is emerging as a strong candidate to replace him, with talks involving key United executives taking place in Monaco. The club has a release clause for Pochettino and a plan to appoint a new manager to restore form and ambitions.
Manchester United is weighing Mauricio Pochettino as a potential successor to manager Michael Carrick after a string of poor results. Reports indicate the Argentine is in advanced talks with representatives, though US Soccer must be consulted due to his current role with the USMNT.