Sheikh Jassim waiting to hear if final offer to buy Man Utd has been successful

Recent reports suggest the Sheikh’s bid had seen off the bid from Jim Ratcliffe.

DEAL OR NO DEAL: Sheikh Jassim is still waiting to hear whether his most recent offer to buy Manchester United has been accepted. Picture: Peter Byrne/PA

Sheikh Jassim is still waiting to hear whether his fifth and final offer for Manchester United has been successful, according to sources close to the Qatari.

Recent reports within Qatar had indicated that the Sheikh’s bid – which is for 100 per cent of the club – had seen off the bid from Ineos founder Jim Ratcliffe.