Manchester United have confirmed that their new 100,000-seater stadium will be built approximately 350 metres from Old Trafford, following a meeting of the Wharfside Strategic Masterplan. The club will use land recently purchased from Indurent for the new ground.
Fan poll shows majority support move
A poll conducted by MEN Sport of 4,463 respondents found that 75% are happy with the decision to leave Old Trafford for a new stadium, while only 25% oppose the move. The result comes as the club shares further details about the new venue.
Preserving heritage and traditions
Collette Roche, CEO of the new stadium development, said: “The publication of the Wharfside Masterplan marks another significant milestone in our journey to create a new world-class home for Manchester United at the heart of a vibrant and transformational district for Trafford and Greater Manchester. Together with our partners, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver a destination that creates lasting benefits for supporters, local communities and the wider region for decades to come.”
On the location, she added: “The proposed stadium site is ideally located alongside Old Trafford, enabling us to preserve the heritage, traditions and matchday rituals that are so important to our supporters, while also providing the connectivity and infrastructure required to deliver a truly world-class fan experience.”
Roche also said: “We are committed to building a world-class stadium with our supporters, not simply for them. Atmosphere, affordability and accessibility will remain at the heart of our plans, and we look forward to continuing our engagement with fans and other stakeholders as we move into the next phase of design and development.”
What the new stadium means for fans
The club insists that while the new stadium will not be on the same footprint as Old Trafford, it will still honour the current ground's history and traditions. The decision to leave their historic home has divided the fanbase, but the poll indicates a clear majority in favour of the move.
