Two Asian billionaires were keen to make a
£1billion bid for Manchester United, according to
reports.
Sky Sports News reports that the pair were prepared to
pay the massive sum, but were told the Glazer family was unwilling
to sell.
It is understood the deal was brokered by super-agent Pini
Zahavi in October last year.
Zahavi represents Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand and
has close links with the club.
But the billionaires, who have not been named but are 'huge
Manchester United supporters', were told the Glazers 'were not
willing to hear offers'.
It is believed the potential investors provided proof of funds
in a Swiss bank account.
The investors have no involvement with the 'Red Knights'
consortium who revealed their own takeover plans last
week.
Zahavi was involved in Roman Abramovich's surprise takeover at
Chelsea in 2003.