Manchester United has introduced new cost-saving measures under Sir Jim Ratcliffe, restricting staff lunch options to soup and sandwiches at the club's Carrington training ground. While players remain unaffected by the changes, coaches and analysts must adhere to the reduced meal choices.

This follows an earlier decision to remove complimentary lunchboxes for matchday staff at Old Trafford.

According to The Sun, the club’s cost-cutting efforts have also impacted its youth teams. The Under-18 squad, which traditionally played FA Youth Cup matches at Old Trafford, was instead directed to Leigh Sports Village, reportedly saving Manchester United around £8,000.

In contrast, previous youth teams, including those featuring talents like Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo, benefited from the opportunity to compete at the iconic stadium.

These austerity measures come amid financial struggles for the club. Manchester United recently reported a £27.7 million ($35 million) loss for the last quarter of 2024. Ratcliffe’s restructuring has already led to 250 job losses, with plans to cut an additional 200 positions.

Supporters group MUST has criticized the club's financial decisions, particularly the costly managerial changes, such as handing Erik ten Hag a contract extension only to sack him four months later, and hiring Dan Ashworth from Newcastle before dismissing him within five months.

Despite the financial belt-tightening, Manchester United continues to struggle on the pitch. Currently sitting 15th in the Premier League, just above West Ham on goal difference, the club faces increasing pressure as it prepares to take on relegation-threatened Ipswich Town in an upcoming fixture.