F1 Mercedes boss Toto Wolff reveals he’s held talks with Sir Jim Ratcliffe over joining Man Utd takeover bid
TOTO WOLFF has revealed that he has held talks with Sir Jim Ratcliffe regarding potentially joining his Manchester United bid.
Ratcliffe, 71, is set to buy a 25 per cent stake in the Red Devils.
The British billionaire is set to have significant say in sporting matters at Old Trafford.
Ratcliffe already has a significant business relationship with Wolff, with the pair co-owning a stake in Mercedes alongside Ola Kallenius.
Wolff, 51, is in Sao Paulo ahead of this weekend’s Brazilian Grand Prix.
Speaking to the PA News Agency, he said: “Jim has shared the trajectory with me.
“I very much respect his values and we trust each other.
“If we felt it would make sense to be part of the investment group then I would certainly look at it.”
The Austrian then added: “Jim and Manchester United is a love story because he is born there.
“Our personal relationship is strong and with Ola Kallenius, they call us the Three Amigos because we live in the no bulls*** world.
“If felt I could contribute then I would consider joining him at Manchester United.”
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