Manchester United has entered a strategic partnership with Trafford Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to advance its ambitious £2bn stadium project, which includes a proposal for a new 90,000-capacity stadium. An advisory team led by an independent director will be established to ensure the redevelopment aligns with broader regeneration efforts in the Trafford Wharfside area, which aims to create 5,000 new homes and enhance local retail and transport infrastructure. Lord Sebastian Coe, chair of the Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force, emphasized the project's potential for substantial social and economic benefits. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham highlighted the significance of the project's connection to the area's football heritage and cultural impact. While the final decision on whether to build a new stadium or renovate the existing Old Trafford is pending, the club appears to favor new construction, inspired by modern stadiums in Los Angeles and Chicago. The collaboration aims to ensure that the redevelopment maximizes opportunities for community growth and economic investment across the North.