Who are contenders to buy Man Utd? Could it be done by end of World Cup? Will it impact Liverpool sale? Live Q&A with Mark Kleinman | UK News

Mark Kleinman, City editor: 

Take your pick from a global “Who’s Who” of billionaires. 

The most obvious candidate, petrochemicals tycoon Sir Jim Ratcliffe, held talks with the Glazers earlier this year before publicly declaring his interest in a takeover of the Red Devils.

Sir Jim has since, however, appeared to cool on the idea, saying that the elites of English football are overvalued.

Expect speculation linking other prominent figures from the Middle East, Asia and the US to a deal for United. 

Some of those who lost out in the £2.5bn auction of Chelsea are certain to explore whether a bid makes financial sense.