On Manchester United’s job losses, finances and new stadium, it takes hawk-like focus to work out what the co-owner is actually saying
A core strength of Ineos is direct accountability. Matrix structures are by definition amorphous, confusing, and create places for people to hide.
Hmm. That does sound bad, Sir Jim. Talk me through it one more time, these frustrating corporate shields, these blame-avoidance tactics you’re so worried about. But first could you please just come out from behind the table. And stop doing that admittedly very good Donald Duck voice.
Written by Barney Ronay
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/mar/11/ratcliffes-straight-talking-gunslinger-act-dissolves-into-double-speak under the title “Ratcliffe’s straight-talking gunslinger act dissolves into double-speak | Barney Ronay”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
