Ratcliffe is attempting to revolutionize the way things work at United after completing a £1.3 billion deal for 27.7 percent of the club in February. His focus on changes in the boardroom and restructuring the organization is evident, with the hiring of Omar Berrada from Manchester City as chief executive.

Along with this, the petrochemicals billionaire is aiming for a shift at lower levels within the club. Employees who are not involved in scouting or playing staff recently received an email outlining the new regime’s desire for all employees to return to the club’s offices in London or Manchester.

However, those who prefer not to return are being offered the chance to leave the organization with a bonus, typically paid in September. Despite posting record revenues, United made a loss of £28.7m in its most recent accounts, prompting Ratcliffe to seek cost-cutting measures.

The club is not presenting this as a voluntary redundancy program, but rather as providing options for staff who do not wish to work from the office full-time to step away. United is reconfiguring space at Old Trafford and their London office to accommodate more staff, many of whom have been working remotely.

Additionally, after the 2033/24 season, a review will determine the future of manager Erik ten Hag, who is expected to be replaced. Ratcliffe, along with key figures like Sir Dave Brailsford, acting chief executive Jean-Claude Blanc, and new technical director Jason Wilcox, are at the forefront of decision-making for the club’s direction.