Manchester United stock market valuation rose by 17 per cent after the Glazer family made their intentions to sell the club clear, according to a report.
United confirmed on Tuesday that they were seeking new investment opportunities, with the Glazers willing to listen to offers for new owners after 17 years at the club.
According to the Express, stocks rose to 13.10 USD following the news, with a potential sale expected to cost billions of pounds.
Joel and Avram Glazer stunned the football world by announcing Manchester United are up for sale - or inviting additional investment - on Tuesday
It could reportedly cost a potential buyer up to £9billion to purchase the club, but the news has been welcomed by United fans after years of protests against the Glazer family.