Manchester United secures land for proposed 100,000-seat stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:57 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Manchester United has acquired the majority of land needed for a new 100,000-seat stadium meant to replace Old Trafford. The 25-acre site, located approximately 350 meters from the current stadium, was purchased at market value. The club aims to build the largest stadium in the UK, contributing to the regeneration of the Trafford area. CEO Collette Roche highlighted that this progress marks a significant milestone in the development of a world-class venue. A formal consultation period regarding the project will commence on July 9.
- •United bought 25 acres of land near Old Trafford.
- •The stadium project is estimated to cost £2 billion.
- •Plans include job creation of over 90,000 nationally.
- •Consultation with supporters begins on July 9.
- •The project is part of a larger 370-acre regeneration effort.
- 2:57 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United overcome key hurdle in bid to build new 100,000-seat stadium
"Land has been secured for the hypothetical ground that would replace Old Trafford
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