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Glazer family open to selling Manchester United

The Glazer family, who own Manchester United, have announced they are open to selling the club.

United issued a statement on Tuesday to reveal they are "exploring strategic alternatives," including new investment or a full sale. The Glazers completed their takeover in 2005, but have faced fierce opposition to their ownership from supporters, particularly for saddling the club with huge amounts of debt following their leveraged buyout.

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The statement released Tuesday read: "Manchester United announces today that the board is commencing a process to explore strategic alternatives for the club.