Gill: Glazer era going well

Manchester United chief executive David Gill has reassured fans that the club can look forward to a bright future under the ownership of the Glazer family.

Malcolm Glazer’s original takeover bid did not receive the backing of the Old Trafford board, due to concerns over the amount of borrowing involved in the near £800m (€1.2m) purchase.

Speculation was rife at the time that the new owners would be forced to initiate huge ticket price rises and cap Alex Ferguson’s spending in the transfer market in order to make the figures add up.

However, Gill insists he has been impressed by the Glazers’ commitment to ensuring United remain successful on the pitch as well as off it.

“The board had concerns before they took over, but they’ve demonstrated they will listen,” Gill told BBC Sport.

“Their business plan clearly allows for investment in the product: the team.

“They share the vision we have as a club and want to be the best football club in the world on and off the field. Manchester United have a very rosy future.”