Qatari investor Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani has confirmed an official bid to take over '100 percent' of Manchester United ahead of the 10pm bidding deadline on Friday.
Sheikh Jassim, a lifelong United fan and the Chairman of QIB, one of the leading banks in Qatar, hopes to return the club back to its former glory and 'fans at the heart of Manchester United Football Club once more.'
The bid will reportedly be 'completely debt free' and investments will be made to improve the club's stadium, training facilities and communities around the club.
In a press release, a spokesperson said: 'Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani today confirmed his submission of a bid for 100 per cent of Manchester United Football Club.