Manchester United's plans to redevelop Old Trafford - potentially building a new 100,000-seater stadium - have been backed by the government.

Trafford town hall bosses have now backed a ‘once in a generation opportunity’ for the £4.2bn redevelopment of Manchester United’s Old Trafford stadium - and with it, the regeneration of western gateway of the city along banks of the Manchester Ship Canal.

Manchester United has received support from the British government for the club’s project to regenerate the area around its Old Trafford stadium.

The UK Government has backed plans to regenerate the area around Old Trafford, regardless of whether Manchester United decide to build a new 100,000-seater stadium

Sir Jim Ratcliffe could aim to “fast track” delivery of a new 100,000-capacity stadium after Manchester United took another significant step towards the potential creation of a stunning “Wembley of the North” home...

Manchester United's plans to redevelop their Old Trafford home have been boosted after the UK government gave its support to the club's proposals.

Manchester United's plans to redevelop Old Trafford have been boosted by fresh UK Government support. The Red Devils hierarchy have been waiting for an update from the Labour Party following their General Election victory in 2024 as the club looks to boost the stadium's current capacity.