Manchester United Fans Prefer New Stadium

A recent survey conducted by Manchester United revealed that 52% of over 50,000 fans prefer a new stadium over renovating Old Trafford, which garnered 31% support, while 17% were undecided. The survey results come amid plans by INEOS and the Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force, which includes notable figures like Gary Neville and Andy Burnham, to explore options for the stadium's future. The decision on whether to build a new stadium or renovate the existing one has been postponed to next summer due to ongoing evaluations and considerations related to local government investment. The club aims to ensure fan opinions are central to any decisions made, as highlighted by Rick McGagh, the club's director of fan engagement. As the discussions evolve, a new stadium project could represent one of Europe's most ambitious regeneration initiatives, potentially costing around £2 billion.