AceShowbiz - Lionsgate is reportedly partnering with Manchester United to develop a high-profile TV series chronicling the legendary soccer club’s rich history. According to The Athletic, the project aims to explore key moments spanning decades of Manchester United’s legacy.

The upcoming show is said to be inspired by dynastic dramas like The Crown, highlighting pivotal events such as the 1958 Munich air disaster, the 1968 European Cup triumph under Sir Matt Busby, and the dominant era led by legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson. The story will also delve into more recent challenges faced by the club, including managerial changes following Ferguson’s 2013 departure.

The Athletic revealed that an agreement has been finalized, ensuring Manchester United receives a guaranteed multi-million-pound payment if the series is produced and successfully distributed. Future royalties are expected to be shared between Manchester United and Lionsgate. Additionally, Jed Mercurio, creator of the acclaimed series Line of Duty, is reported to have been in discussions regarding the project.

The concept envisions a lavish streaming platform series capturing the rise, fall, and resilience of one of the world’s most famous football clubs. With its dramatic history and passionate fan base, Manchester United offers a compelling narrative ripe for television adaptation.

This development comes amid a growing trend of soccer-focused shows. Notably, A24 and writer Jack Thorne are producing a series centered on Liverpool FC and the iconic Bill Shankly, while Sony has partnered with Manchester City in plans that could lead to a “Succession for football,” according to Sony’s international chief Wayne Garvie.

Lionsgate has declined to comment on the project, and Deadline’s inquiries to Manchester United have not yet received a response. Fans of the club and football drama enthusiasts alike eagerly await further announcements about the series.