Manchester United Weighs Redevelopment of Old Trafford Versus Building 100,000-Seat Stadium

The club expects to decide by summer whether to renovate its historic ground or pursue a new £2 billion state-of-the-art facility nearby.

Manchester United has narrowed its stadium options to either redeveloping Old Trafford to an 87,000 capacity or constructing a new 100,000-seat stadium on adjacent land.
The proposed new stadium is estimated to cost £2 billion and is envisioned as the centerpiece of a major regeneration project that could create up to 90,000 jobs and add £7.3 billion annually to the UK economy.
Redeveloping the existing stadium would cost around £1.2 billion but poses logistical challenges, including reduced capacity during construction and potential hidden costs.
A fan survey revealed that 52% of respondents favor building a new stadium, while 31% prefer redevelopment; local community feedback has also been largely positive about the regeneration plans.
The club aims to finalize its decision by the end of the season, with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly pushing for an accelerated timeline for any new stadium construction.