Ratcliffe values Nice at over £200 million, which would be a significant profit for INEOS. However, the company maintains that they are not abandoning Nice for Manchester United, and the club will still receive support. INEOS acquired Nice in 2019, and the club has since had a decent season, with a top three finish potentially securing Champions League football next season.

Ratcliffe recently expressed his disappointment with the level of football Nice plays, stating that he doesn't get excited by their matches. However, manager Franck Haise responded that Ratcliffe hasn't seen a Nice match this season, and his comments were taken out of context.

A sale of Nice could help boost Manchester United's finances, which are in need of a significant overhaul under manager Ruben Amorim. A top three finish for Nice would also increase the club's value, potentially making it more attractive to potential buyers.