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:
17. James Milner - 10/1
It's fair to say Milner has had an alright career after Mike Ashley sold him 2008. I mean, winning the Premier League and Champions League is no bigger. Photo: Jan Kruger
18. Odsonne Edouard - 10/1
Edouard was linked with Newcastle before the takeover came to light once more. £30m is his reported asking price. Photo: Ian MacNicol
19. James Rodriguez - 9/1
The 28-year-old has lost his way at Real Madrid and they are looking to offload him. United could do with another Columbia international, mind… Photo: Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno