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By Felix Keith Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has little chance of using taxpayers’ money to redevelop Old Trafford. Ratcliffe is moving ahead with his plans to revitalise United after the purchase of a 27.7 per cent stake in the club officially went through earlier this week. The petrochemicals billionaire is considering his options for Old Trafford while recruiting new executives to improve the club’s fortunes on and off the pitch. The 71-year-old’s takeover included the promise of $300million (£237m) for Old Trafford, which is in desperate need of attention. Ratcliffe is now cons…