Qatar Daily News

Qatar has already caused a stir by winning the vote to stage the 2022 World Cup finals. They have also clinched a huge deal to become Barcelona’s shirt sponsors. Now reports are they want to buy United.

An offer of £1.5bn would almost double the £790m investment made by the Glazers when they bought United in 2005 – and leave the club debt free.

Manager Sir Alex Ferguson would also be handed a huge warchest to buy players.