By: AFAYO SHADRACH BETHEL

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag believes the sale of the club would be a “good thing” as he looks to compete with cash-rich Manchester City and Newcastle.

Last month, United’s owners, the Glazer family, announced they were considering selling the club as they “explore strategic alternatives”.

Demonstrations against the owners have become commonplace over the past few months, with complaints growing about the financial state of United.

In their first quarter results revealed last week, the Glazers took the unprecedented step of not paying themselves a dividend. However, it was also revealed the club now owe more than £300m in unpaid transfer fees on various recent deals.