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Manchester United Unveils Plans for £2 Billion Stadium Project

The proposed 100,000-seat stadium aims to transform the club's future, but questions remain over financing and broader challenges.

  • The proposed stadium, designed by Lord Norman Foster, would replace Old Trafford and feature a 100,000-seat capacity, aiming to rival global landmarks like the Eiffel Tower.
  • Manchester United's new stadium is projected to cost £2 billion and is expected to be completed by the 2030-31 season using modular construction techniques to reduce build time.
  • The project is part of a larger regeneration plan for the Old Trafford area, promising economic benefits such as 92,000 new jobs and £7.3 billion annual contributions to the UK economy.
  • Critics highlight the club's financial struggles, including over £1 billion in debt and recent operational cost-cutting, raising concerns about how the ambitious project will be funded.
  • Supporters and analysts remain divided, with some praising the vision for growth while others question whether a new stadium can address deeper issues affecting the club's performance and management.
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