Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has avoided formal Football Association (FA) charges following controversial remarks regarding immigration in the United Kingdom, receiving only a formal reminder of his media responsibilities.
The Football Association has confirmed it will not pursue formal disciplinary charges against Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
The decision follows an investigation into remarks made during a Sky News interview, where the billionaire claimed the United Kingdom had been “colonised by immigrants”.
The FA reviewed whether these statements brought the game into disrepute.
While avoiding a formal charge under Rule E3.1, Ratcliffe has been issued a formal reminder of his responsibilities as a senior participant in English football.
The governing body’s legal team assessed whether the comments, which cited inaccurate population data, breached regulations regarding offensive or inflammatory language. This reminder serves as an official warning for future conduct.
The controversy drew widespread condemnation from political figures, including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, and various Manchester United supporter groups.
Ratcliffe subsequently issued an apology, stating he was sorry if his “choice of language” offended anyone while maintaining the importance of discussing managed immigration.
The club has since reaffirmed its commitment to global inclusivity.
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