Manchester United's New Stadium Plan

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seater stadium near its current Old Trafford stadium as the team struggles on the field. The new stadium is part of a wider plan to regenerate the area and create jobs and homes.

Key Points

  • Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seater stadium near Old Trafford
  • The new stadium is part of a wider regeneration plan for the area
  • The current Old Trafford stadium has fallen behind modern arenas in world sport

Pros

  • Creation of jobs and homes in the area
  • Attraction of 1.8 million visitors per year

Cons

  • Abandonment of the historic Old Trafford stadium