Red Bull’s minority shareholding means it has a vested interest in seeing the club succeed, but it does not mean it has a final say on any decisions made, ultimately, by Marathe and 49ers Enterprises. Klopp’s appointment as head of global soccer at the Austrian conglomerate inevitably means his path will cross with United’s at some stage.

Red Bull took a minority stake in Leeds United earlier this year Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has reportedly agreed a long-term contract to become Red Bulls' new global head of soccer. The energy drink giant has long been involved in the world of football,