Source:REUTERS/Matthew Childs
[Saba Sports News] According to British media reports, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is negotiating to outsource Manchester United’s catering services in order to reduce club expenses, raising concerns among some catering employees about potential job losses. The reports indicate that Ratcliffe has requested the club to find a company to provide food and beverages for everything from luxury boxes to the stadium’s concessions, aiming to save on costs. Any potential agreement could lead to menu changes, such as the removal of prawn sandwiches.Currently, Manchester United is in discussions with Levy, a subsidiary of Compass Group, regarding a multimillion-pound contract that would involve a profit-sharing arrangement. However, some catering staff are worried that this could lead to job losses. A source stated, “Catering staff are concerned that any potential changes could lead to their unemployment, but the club has repeatedly emphasized that any outsourcing agreement must protect employees’ jobs according to legal regulations. Many take pride in working for Manchester United, so the current situation has caused them anxiety.” A source from the club indicated that this is not a matter of layoffs but about determining which catering model is the best choice for both the club and its fans.