Gary Neville has delivered a scathing critique of the Glazer family’s ownership of Manchester United, asserting that the club’s persistent decline necessitates a change in leadership at the highest level.
The Red Devils’ continued struggles have placed every stakeholder at Old Trafford under intense scrutiny, from sporting director Dan Ashworth and the players to INEOS and the Glazer family themselves.
Neville contends that ultimate accountability extends far beyond the manager’s role.
Neville Demands Glazer Departure
During the latest episode of the “Stick to Football” podcast, Neville issued a clear directive: “The Glazers need to sell Manchester United – the time has arrived.”
He further criticized their apparent disengagement, stating:
“I’m told the Glazer family are well-respected in the United States, attending NFL games in Florida regularly. In over two decades of ownership, they’ve never set foot at Old Trafford.”
The discussion centered on United’s deteriorating situation following their disappointing start under new management and the mounting frustration among supporters.
Neville’s remarks coincide with renewed speculation about a potential sale. The Glazers appear to be waiting for optimal conditions to divest, possibly after stadium development plans or other financial enhancements boost the club’s valuation.
A recent report also suggested that Glazer family members have considered selling portions—potentially all—of their remaining stake amid fresh interest from Middle Eastern investors, though no official bids have materialized.
Neville’s Critique Extends Beyond Poor Results
While it’s overly simplistic to assign direct blame for each underwhelming result to the Glazers—especially given INEOS’ growing influence over football operations—the broader ownership structure remains problematic.
Neville’s position gains weight when considering that despite INEOS controlling approximately 29% of the club and managing football operations, the Glazer family continues to maintain majority voting control according to the club’s most recent financial disclosures.
Countless managers have come and gone, substantial investments have been made, and multiple organizational restructurings have occurred—all while United appear to lag significantly behind their Premier League competitors.
This persistent underperformance is precisely why ownership continues to dominate discussions surrounding the club’s future.
Replacing the current manager might yield short-term improvements, but United’s fundamental issues have persisted through numerous managerial changes. Neville’s argument is that without a complete transformation in ownership structure, these cyclical problems will inevitably resurface.
His message is unequivocal: only comprehensive change at the ownership level can truly realign the club with its ambitious aspirations.
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