Currently ‘No Plans’ To Expand Old Trafford 15/01/2011
United Latest has been told that Manchester United have no immediate plans to expand Old Trafford, but it is not the club’s intention to stand still in the future. The Theatre Of Dreams is the largest club ground in the Premier League, holding over 76,000 fans, but still falls behind the standard set by Barcelona and Real Madrid… In 2006, Old Trafford’s capacity was brought from 69,000 to over 76,000, with the with the addition of second tiers to both the North-West and North-East Quadrants of the stadium. If England had won the right to host the 2018 FIFA World Cup, it would have been highly likely that the ground be expanded to hold up to 100,000 fans. However, The FA failed in their bid, with Russia controversially securing the competition. Any expansion to the stadium would come in the shape of adding a second tier to the South Stand, which is currently lower than the other three stands. However, this would result in the club having to purchase approximately 50 houses behind the ground. A cost estimation has already been sought by The Manchester United Property Group, with a figure of £100 Million mooted as the total price of a redevelopment of the South section. A Red Devils spokesperson told United-Latest.Com: “We have been advised that there are currently no plans to expand Old Trafford, although the club would never rule this out for the future.” Meanwhile, work has begun at Carrington (Trafford Training Centre), where £11.5 Million is being invested over three years for the construction of a multi-million football science department, a new medical wing with fitness and rehab centres incorporated, a new press facility and more academy pitches, adding to what is already the World’s top football training centre. Work begins on a new wing at Carrington Carrington, which cost £22 Million to assemble last decade, is at the forefront of football technology and science. Despite The Glazer Family’s crippling debts, they have allowed the club to splash-out further on the training complex, which houses both the first team and the youth academy. If The Glazers are to sell the club to a more stable owner, the possibility of Old Trafford getting a makeover may become a reality. For now, we can be thankful for what we already have. Commentsdan Sat, 15 Jan 2011 3:11:32 pm i think that is great ; why cos is the main reason why the signing at home is not that good is cos it is to big and if got bigger it would even be worse and you look at away games were all 3000 or so standing in one area and it is great crack wre at home were all over the place Mufc dan Sat, 15 Jan 2011 3:33:12 pm Bigger is better haha I think u are rite tho dan about the singing it gets lost some games make parts ov it standing RedScot Sat, 15 Jan 2011 3:41:45 pm Dear dear, and to just think the amount of money needlessly filtered away on the “interest” to service the debt. Haji O’d Sat, 15 Jan 2011 6:37:48 pm Why don’t they raise the roof at old Trafford, it’s crazy to have a roof that blocks both the view and noise. The old style cantivileer roof, similar to what’s at the emirates, would be ideal. Fergie is GOD. Sat, 15 Jan 2011 8:23:09 pm Old Trafford doesnt need to expand at this moment in time as 76,000 is a good size ground, plus expanding the ground to 100,000 would still take time due to the removal of 50 homes. Great news about Carrington, £11.5m well spent. We are doing just fine in the revenue department with ever increasing income and still plenty of opportunites out there and markets untapped by United, £280m in 2010, I bet we make over £300m in revenue this year. Keep the faith, United are the biggest club in the world. Andy Sat, 15 Jan 2011 9:12:26 pm If glazer went with his debt and I’d have no doubt the stadium would see changes until then, no chance. The funds have been wasted on paying the banks and now insurance companies in the bonds business. The fans aren’t there to fill 76,000 seats never mind 100,000 and he knows he’s damaging the fan base. RedScot Sat, 15 Jan 2011 9:57:52 pm @ Andy exactly what you say the fan base dropping the season ticket waiting list gone. Fergie is GOD. Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:05:22 pm RedScot – Barca/Madrid revenue growing faster than Uniteds? Real made £341m, Barca made £311m and ManUtd made £280m in the last reports. We made around £60m more than Arsenal, £70m more than Chelsea, £100m more than Liverpool, £170 more than Tottenham and £190 more than City in the last revenue reports, so we are clearly running away from the rest with an ever growing revenue which will surpass £300m this year I believe. We have nothing to worry about as our income will keep increasing. RedScot Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:18:15 pm @Fergie is God.You only Emphasise my points with figures mate, regards Barcelona and Real madrid.Which as you know are largely fan owned and government supported. Fergie is GOD. Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:20:32 pm ***£170m mor than Tottenham, £190m more than City*** The Manchester United brand is the strongest in football, our global appeal is unrivalled. I dont have a worry in the world about our future, we have a young world class squad, world class stadium & training facilites, great management, an ever growing income and lots more happening here than anywhere else in football. Doesnt even bother me about the Glazers because they can not hurt us. we are the biggest club in the world, we are Manchester United. RedScot Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:30:54 pm @Fergie is God. I dont like to critisise loyalty which you clearly are to United. Fergie is GOD. Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:31:58 pm I understand where your coming from RedScot but I just cant share your doubts as United are in good shape financially (dont let the £500m debt fool you), there will not be player sales here at United and our gates arent really falling as we always draw over 73,000, yes our season tickets fell to 54,000 but that has had little impact on the club. Barca has crippled themselves with €450m debt. City dont worry me at all, we will alwys be better than them, they Arab can not change that. Believe in United. RedScot Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:39:56 pm @Fergie is God. You sound a decent sort of supporter so I am not gonna be hurtfull. Fergie is GOD. Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:45:17 pm RedScot, we both suport United, we both want the club to continue to grow and have expressed it in different ways. I have faith in how ManUtd are operating whiles you clearly feel a change in ownership is required, besides that I believe deep down that you are as confident as I am in Manchester United but you do have concerns whiles I do not which is fair as it is you rights. Believe in United, everything is alright, this is the last I will say for now on the matter RedScot, believe in United. RedScot Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:52:52 pm “we both suport United, we both want the club to continue to grow and have expressed it in different ways. I have faith in how ManUtd are operating whiles you clearly feel a change in ownership is required” Exactly I do.And I will pursue this to achieve what I think is best for United. Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:59:57 pm No matter what, we are still the most valuable sports brand in the World. dan Sat, 15 Jan 2011 11:17:59 pm well said lads we all should stick with each other in other forums people fight at each other are we united fans are what ; i call them people who no nothing about football we are all loud to have our say or views in man united ; were all united weather we win or loose united we love you no matter what Sun, 16 Jan 2011 12:03:12 am Theres one other thing I’d like to make clear, besides the lack of funding and not filling the ground. If any of you have looked behind the South Stand many of the houses have already gone! Clearly there was a rebuilding plan but that’s changed since they’ve used the papers to try and sell tickets. RedScot Sun, 16 Jan 2011 1:25:49 am @ United Latest!”No matter what, we are still the most valuable sports brand in the World” What does that improve? Sun, 16 Jan 2011 1:49:54 am I’m saying despite some saying we are falling behind Barca and Madrid in terms of revenue, we actually aren’t. RedScot Sun, 16 Jan 2011 2:39:28 am United Latest.”I’m saying despite some saying we are falling behind Barca and Madrid in terms of revenue, we actually aren’t.” Sun, 16 Jan 2011 2:56:48 am Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forbes’_list_of_the_most_valuable_football_clubs Redscot Sun, 16 Jan 2011 3:09:42 am Jaysus . that makes sense now!Forbes magazine…. lol check the threads back. Kingaling28 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 3:54:14 am Is that middle picture not the most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen? It looks and is like a fortress! REZ Sun, 23 Jan 2011 2:16:26 pm WE seriously need to expand the south stand. We need a bowl effect. Comments are closed. |  
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