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Manchester United to build new 100,000-seater stadium

Being able to build so close to Old Trafford allows us to preserve the heritage, traditions and rituals that are so important to our fans.

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June 22, 2026

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Manchester United has taken a major step towards realising its ambitious plan to build a new world-class stadium, securing the majority of the land required for a 100,000-capacity arena near the iconic Old Trafford.

In a statement on the club’s official website, manutd.com, on Monday afternoon, said that Manchester United acquired a 25-acre site located approximately 350 metres north-west of the current stadium .

The move clears a significant hurdle in the club’s long-term vision to transform the Old Trafford area into one of the most dynamic sporting and entertainment destinations in the world.

The new stadium, expected to be the largest sporting arena in the UK, will serve as a catalyst for the broader regeneration of the surrounding district, as the club said it will engage directly with businesses impacted by the plans to support them through the transition period.

The CEO of Manchester United’s New Stadium Development, Collette Roche, described the development as a significant milestone.

“Today’s news highlights the progress we’re making towards a world-class new home for Manchester United and represents a significant milestone as we move into the next phase of development,” said Roche .

“Being able to build so close to Old Trafford allows us to preserve the heritage, traditions and rituals that are so important to our fans.

We are committed to building a world-class stadium with our supporters, not just for them, with atmosphere, affordability and accessibility at the heart of our thinking,” Roche added

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