David Beckham believes Jim Ratcliffe needs to bring stability back to Manchester United.
The former England captain remains a dedicated follower of the club and has often voiced concerns about its ownership, believes that managerial stability is key to positive change.
The football legend, who won six Premier League titles, two FA Cups and one European Cup before moving to Real Madrid in 2003, told Sportstar: “I am a true Manchester United fan who only wants the good for our club and only wants us to get back to top level again. But that has to start at the top. It has to start with ownership.”
“We have talked about the change that should happen. I have been very vocal about Manchester United needing a change. When Sir Alex Ferguson stepped down in 2013, there was always going to be a dip. You can’t stay at the top level.
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“Now we have had quite a few managers over the last 10 years and that is unfortunate because it brings the stability that we had with Sir Alex Ferguson, you don’t have that anymore. It shows in the way we play.”
Beckham, the co-owner of Inter Miami, was critical of United’s current situation but remains optimistic about the club’s future. “It shows in the way the club has obviously declined,” he said.
“But we are still Manchester United. No one can change that. We are still, in my eyes, the best club in the world, but there was always going to be a moment where… decline is the wrong word.”
“There was always going to be a dip in winning trophies. Unfortunately, it’s been for quite a few years now. That will change, but we are still Manchester United and we are still the best.”
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