Will the Premier League spend months stalling their decision in the hope that they will walk away from the deal in frustration?
Will the media turn on Manchester United under the aegis of the new ownership and deliberately cause a damaging toxic atmosphere, thus damaging their reputation?For this is exactly what happened when the Newcastle United takeover was put in motion.Will the appalling treatment of workers building the World Cup stadia be taken into consideration?
Will notice be taken of the blatant corruption that landed the tournament in the middle of the football season, causing an enforced break from which some clubs have not recovered?
Bet that sticks in their throat.