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INEOS puts Lausanne-Sport up for sale amid Manchester United struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 3:50 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

INEOS puts Lausanne-Sport up for sale amid Manchester United struggles

Summary

INEOS has announced the sale of Swiss club Lausanne-Sport, a move aligned with ongoing issues at Manchester United. Sir Jim Ratcliffe's firm has tasked Alvarez & Marsal with managing the sale process, seeking to divest from Lausanne after nearly nine years of ownership. The decision follows significant losses for the club, which is currently at the bottom of the Swiss Super League, potentially facing relegation. Meanwhile, Manchester United remains in turmoil, struggling in the Premier League and other competitions, raising questions about Ratcliffe's investments and management approach at the club.

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By the Numbers

•INEOS appointed Alvarez & Marsal to handle the Lausanne-Sport sale.
•Lausanne-Sport is reportedly losing £5 million annually and is last in their league.
•Manchester United is 16th in the Premier League after a loss to Bournemouth.
•Ratcliffe's role at United includes managing football operations since acquiring a stake in 2023.
•Concerns grow over the effectiveness of INEOS's approach at Manchester United.

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3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Sir Jim Ratcliffe puts Lausanne-Sport up for sale as Man Utd crisis deepens

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS has put Swiss club Lausanne-Sport up for sale, signalling a further retreat from its sporting investments while Manchester United continue to struggle.According to The Athl...
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