Overview

• Fans’ forum minutes state Manchester United is in constructive discussions with neighbouring landholders and is optimistic about agreeing terms in the coming months.
• The critical rail yard behind the Stretford End is owned by Freightliner, with reports of a United offer near £50m against an asking price reported between £350m and £400m, and a compulsory purchase order seen as a fallback supported in principle by the mayor through the new development corporation.
• United maintains a goal to open in 2030/31 but says the timetable depends on land assembly and financing, with ongoing work alongside national and local government and Trafford Council.
• Foster + Partners’ concept remains the reference vision as early design work is intentionally paused, with previously outlined elements including a large canopy, a major public plaza and three 200-metre masts.
• The project is initially estimated around £2bn, with United considering Personal Seat Licences of up to £4,000 and seeking public funding for wider infrastructure while planning to fund stadium construction.