August 8, according to a report from ESPN, Manchester United is considering keeping Old Trafford even if they decide to build a new stadium.
Man United are leaning towards building a new 100,000-capacity stadium rather than redeveloping Old Trafford, although a final decision has not been made. However, even if the club chooses to move from Old Trafford, which has been their home since 1910, they could still retain the existing stadium.
Sources have told ESPN that the plan could see the capacity of Old Trafford reduced to around 30,000 and used by the club’s women’s and under-21 teams.
Man United are keen to retain the history of Old Trafford, including the statues around the ground, the Munich Clock and the old player tunnel in the center circle. Building a new stadium on surrounding land is the preferred option of club owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and a project taskforce, which includes Manchester city mayor Andy Burnham and former club captain Gary Neville.
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