The Football Association has approved Sir Jim Ratcliffe's purchase of a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United.Confirmation that the Premier League had given its backing to the deal was contained within an update to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday evening.A further SEC update has now revealed that approval from the FA has also been obtained as completion edges closer.

The Football Association has approved Sir Jim Ratcliffe's purchase of a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United.Confirmation that the Premier League had given its backing to the deal was contained within an update to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday evening.A further SEC update has now revealed that approval from the FA has also been obtained as completion edges closer.