Nice and the Swiss club are run smartly, no doubt. Our club would be run smartly, no doubt.
But what does "smartly" actually mean? Because all I can compare smartly to is, what they have done at their previous clubs. That's the only real data we have. Which equates to very little success on the pitch. We are Manchester United, we need to be winning trophies. INEOS have not shown this kind of success with the above two clubs.
And let's not forget, Manchester United are now in a league with many competitive teams, both on and off the pitch. A lot of investment is required to get us winning trophies.
There has to be some room to run the club better than what it is under new ownership. There is a lot commentated across decent media in recent months about the state of United
- Bloated Squad with a quite mind boggling transfer and contract renewal policy. In short, we usually get fleeced on transfers and usually sell a £5.00 note for £2.50
- Outdated Stadium: We are no longer on the list of venues UEFA would consider for Champions League, Europa League finals. When was the last time there was a decent gig, boxing match or concert at Old Trafford. Less revenue being generated from non footballing commercial activities like conferences etc
- Outdated Fan Experience: As one source in the Athletic commentated, United's pre match corporate entertainment has not changed much in a decade, maybe longer, it's stale. We are still on chicken dinners and Black Forrest Gateux's while other clubs have all sorts of Cafe's and experiences to cater for every taste. Other clubs are getting more $$$ per head per fan that comes through the turnstiles.
Ok some of that will require money invested to fix but once fixed there should be increased revenue and reduced costs ?