Sheikh Jassim wants answer by Friday after submitting final bid for Man Utd

Sheikh Jassim has submitted a fifth and final bid for Manchester United (Peter Byrne/PA)

Sheikh Jassim has submitted an improved fifth and final bid for Manchester United – and wants an answer by Friday, it is understood.

The club announced in November that the board was exploring strategic alternatives to enhance the club’s growth, with a full sale one option being considered.