Jim Ratcliffe
In short
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is the chairman and chief executive officer of the INEOS chemicals group and a co-owner of Manchester United. He is currently in the news regarding his potential decision to replace Manchester United manager Michael Carrick and his decision to put the Swiss football club Lausanne-Sport up for sale.
Who they are now
He is the chairman and CEO of the INEOS chemicals group, which he founded in 1998. He also holds a minority ownership stake in the Manchester United football club through INEOS.
Why they are in the news
People are searching for him due to reports that he is preparing to replace Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager and his move to sell the football club Lausanne-Sport.
An example of their work
He founded the INEOS chemicals group in 1998 and has grown it into a major global business. He also recently took a significant stake in Manchester United, influencing the club's sporting direction.