Qataris quash United bid claims

QATAR HOLDING joined Manchester United in quashing rumours of a takeover with a source close to the Gulf Arab state’s sovereign wealth fund saying no talks had been held with the club.

Premier League leaders United have repeatedly said the Old Trafford club was not for sale but its high-yield bonds rose to near-record highs on Tuesday on speculation of a deal.

“Qatar Holding is not and has never been in discussions to buy Manchester United football club. There is no truth to the rumours,” a source insisted.