"We don't have Gao, we don't have money" Man City strategy failed to get a private jet → humiliating history
Oct 27, 2024
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According to the British daily 「Daily Mail」 on the 26th (Korea time), Manchester United contacted Manchester City ahead of the 2024 Ballon d'Or Awards in Paris, France, on the 28th and asked if it could get a full aircraft.
Two players, Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho and midfielder Kobe Mainu, were asked if they could join Manchester City on a private jet that will be operated at the club level with Manchester City playersreturned a reply of rejection from ' Manchester City said it would have to find another way because of the lack of seats.
In Manchester City, eight men and women, including Rodri, Elling Holan, Phil Foden, Huvang Dias, Hasegawa Yui, Laurent Hemp, and Khadija Shaw, were nominated for the Ballon d'Or. Newcomer Savinho, along with Garnacho and Mainu, was nominated for the Copa Trophy to pick the best player under the age of 21.
According to the Daily Mail, Manchester United is taking drastic cost-cutting measures after INEOS Group, led by Manchester United owner Jim Ratcliffe, took over the club earlier this year.
In July, it was reported that Manchester United's new leadership was going to lay off 250 people, or about 25% of all employees, due to management efficiency. Recently, former coach Alex Ferguson was fired from his position as Manchester United's global ambassador and club director, causing controversy.
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In the past, Manchester's 'master' was Manchester United. Neighboring Manchester City fell to the second division when they recorded the most wins in their career. There was nothing beyond Manchester United in terms of financial power, power, and status.
However, the tide has turned over the past 10 years since owner Sheikh Mansour took over. Manchester City won the English Premier League (EPL) in the 2023-2024 season, achieving an unprecedented fourth consecutive league victory. He is also leading the way in the early 2024-2025 season.
Manchester United, on the other hand, is floundering in 13th place. Garnacho and Mainu will head to the Ballon d'Or Awards after a ninth-round away match against West Ham at the London Stadium at 11 p.m. on the 27th. Mainu is expected to miss the day due to injury.
yoonjinman@sportschosun.com
