In March 2023, FC United of Manchester and The 1958 supporters group held a protest against the Glazer family's 20-year ownership of Manchester United. The protest showcased signs, including one from 69-year-old Tom Kerse that explicitly challenged the Glazers. Founded in reaction to the leveraged buyout in 2005, FC United has maintained a focus on co-ownership and community involvement. Paul Hurst, one of the founders, noted that the current financial predicament at Manchester United, marked by significant debt and mismanagement, aligns with predictions made two decades ago by disgruntled supporters.
Tom Kerse, representing FC United of Manchester at a protest, firmly states, 'The Glazers? FCUM Hall.' This protest embodies the longstanding discontent with the Glazer family's ownership.
Paul Hurst, a founder of FC United, reflects on the past 20 years, asserting, 'What we've seen happen at Manchester United is what we said would happen 20 years ago...itâs maybe taken a bit longer.'
Hurst's comments highlight the ongoing struggles faced by Manchester United under Glazer ownership, emphasizing the increasing debt and recent redundancies at the club.
The formation of FC United was a response to the leveraged buyout of Manchester United, as Malcolm Glazer's takeover compelled fans to create their own club in June 2005.
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