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How To Buy A Football Club

BBC Radio 5 Live
Manchester United
Premier League
Manchester City Football Club
Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Manchester City
Ineos
Financial Fair Play
Glazer Family
Jim Ratcliffe
Commonwealth Games
FC Copenhagen
Qatar
FA Cup
Sir Jim Radcliffe
Sheikh Jassim
Old Trafford
Football Operations
Leicester City
Court Of Arbitration For Sport
UEFA

In this deep dive into the rise of Manchester City, Sally Nugent, Faisal Islam and Simon Stone discuss what has happened to Manchester City Football Club over the past 20 years as they rose from the "Theatre of Comedy" to Premier League domination.

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Dennis Tueart
Former player and director at Manchester City, instrumental in hiring Kevin Keegan as manager.
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Episode: 3. Manchester City: Kevin Keegan Brings The Ambition!
Thaksin Shinawatra
Former Prime Minister of Thailand and controversial owner of Manchester City
Episode: 4. Manchester City: The Prime Minister Of Thailand
Sir James Arthur Ratcliffe
The founder and boss of INEOS, one of the world's largest chemical companies
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Episode: 41. Manchester United: Jim Ratcliffe The Billionaire (bonus episode)
Pat Nevin
Former Scotland International and BBC Sport Pundit
BBC Sport
Episode: 38. Manchester United: What Does The Sir Jim Deal Mean For Man Utd?

Hosts

Sally Nugent
Host of BBC Breakfast, who brings insights and personal anecdotes to the discussions, connecting with the emotional aspects surrounding Manchester City.
Faisal Islam
Economics editor of BBC News, providing economic and analytical perspectives on the financial aspects of football and its management.
Simon Stone
BBC Sport football reporter, offering journalism expertise and insider analysis on football events and management strategies.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Scum

    You started by exposing the immorality of the insidious Glazer family. Now you’ve decided to glorify a despotic regime that has cheated, degraded and bribed their way into football. You should have stopped before you became part of the self serving problem.

    115 charges, justice delayed is justice denied. Kick them out forever

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PT (rpcg)
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Joke

    Major story broke today and no podcast update since August, this is what’s wrong with football today. Drama queens and the not on top of things 34 episodes 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jimboninja1981
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Great Pod but seems to have disappeared

    Really enjoyed this pod but after 15th August it hasn’t had an episode. Can anyone give an update?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Thisapphasturnedcrap
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • POINTLESS

    Take this podcast off the internet.

    As a lifelong United fan this is a joke of a podcast and shouldn’t be allowed to be on the net.

    Complete waste of time as are the Americans that own. The club and WILL NEVER sell.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mr Dsss
    United States3 years ago
  • Only about Man United

    Not interested

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Footy-nut
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and exploration of football themes, linking it with economic and political contexts.
Positive feedback highlights the dynamic between the hosts and their insightful discussions.
Some reviews express frustration with the podcast's focus on Manchester City, suggesting a desire for broader coverage.

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#192
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36. Manchester United: Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Millions
Q: Do you remember last time you said this deal is the beginning of the end, not the end of the beginning? Are you sticking with that?
Yes, I'm sticking with that. I mean, the noise around it, the certainty, the reaction in the stock markets, all seem aligned for this type of deal.
37. Manchester United: When Could Sir Jim Ratcliffe Finalise His Bid?
Q: How realistic is it that Jim Ratcliffe will end up buying 100% of the club?
It is realistic that he could buy more, but may not be an immediate priority; he could gain sporting control without owning 100%.
38. Manchester United: What Does The Sir Jim Deal Mean For Man Utd?
Q: What does Pat Nevin think of Dave Brailsford's lack of a football background?
He acknowledges the risks of having leadership without football experience but emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with knowledgeable people.
38. Manchester United: What Does The Sir Jim Deal Mean For Man Utd?
Q: What do you think about Jim Ratcliffe's potential impact on Manchester United?
Pat Nevin believes Ratcliffe's entry could lead to a significant transformation for the club, although challenges lie ahead.
2. Manchester City: A New Stadium And A New Era
Q: How pivotal was the new stadium for Manchester City's growth?
Bernstein emphasized that the stadium negotiations were crucial for attracting future investment and ensuring the club's success.

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