A consortium of the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, Amanda Staveley and the Reuben Brothers are close to ending Mike Ashley’s 13-year tenure.
Much has been made about the wealth PIF carry, so scroll and click through the pages to see who the bookmakers are tipping United to sign, if – or when – a takeover is complete:
13. Hatem Ben Arfa - 12/1
An emotional return for Hatem Ben Arfa? It’s almost five years since he left Newcastle and practically left the whole of the United fanbase in tears. Photo: DAMIEN MEYER
14. Declan Rice - 12/1
Remember that intense debate from West Ham fans on why Rice was better than Sean Longstaff? Well, here is one way of keeping them quiet… sign him. Photo: Catherine Ivill
15. Moussa Sissoko - 12/1
I’m sure this would be a popular decision. He left Tyneside on really good terms, remember? No, me neither… Photo: Catherine Ivill
16. Max Aarons - 12/1
The Norwich City full-back has been tipped to have a big future in the game. Rolando Aarons is his cousin too, so that might help. Photo: Julian Finney