... now involves a lot more teams and far more games than before. As a result of this United now have to compare themselves against teams such as Real Madrid and Juventus, whereas before it was mainly against English teams such as Liverpool and Arsenal. This stronger competition now acts as a major pressure on United to keep up with these European sides who will regularly go out and spend £25million plus on new players. By signing up for this deal with the Yankees, United hope to keep on an even playing field with the top European sides. The rewards for doing well in the Champions League include winning large sums of money, which will help to keep the cash cycle flowing through the club. Although European competition is taking over these days, Manchester United are still highly focused on the domestic league. There is certainly pressure from other English sides ...

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