Manchester United share exciting update on Old Trafford project

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9 July 2026

Manchester United

have shared an exciting update on their proposed new 100,000-seater stadium, confirming where it will be located.

Earlier on Thursday,

United revealed

that the new state-of-the-art arena will sit approximately 350 metres north-west of the existing Old Trafford stadium.

A final decision has yet to be made on what the future of the current ground will be.

United have unveiled their vision for the Trafford Wharfside regeneration, transforming the area around Old Trafford into a major sports and entertainment destination, complete with thousands of new homes. Better public transport connections, as well as new walking and cycling routes, will also form part of the plans.

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Thursday, 9 July 2026

United say that this project will also create 48,000 local jobs and inject an estimated £7.3bn-per-annum boost to the UK economy.

The proposal now awaits a decision from Trafford Council on July 20. If approved, the project will enter an eight-week public consultation phase from July 28 to September 22, with local events giving people the chance to examine the masterplan and have their say.

Collette Roche, CEO, New Stadium Development at United, said, “The publication of the Wharfside Masterplan marks another significant milestone in our journey to create a new world-class home for

at the heart of a vibrant and transformational district for Trafford and Greater Manchester.”

“Together with our partners, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver a destination that creates lasting benefits for supporters, local communities and the wider region for decades to come.”

“The proposed stadium site is ideally located alongside Old Trafford, enabling us to preserve the heritage, traditions and matchday rituals that are so important to our supporters, while also providing the connectivity and infrastructure required to deliver a truly world-class fan experience.”

“We are committed to building a world-class stadium with our supporters, not simply for them. Atmosphere, affordability and accessibility will remain at the heart of our plans, and we look forward to continuing our engagement with fans and other stakeholders as we move into the next phase of design and development.”

Councillor Tom Ross, Leader of Trafford Council, added, “We are delighted to introduce the masterplan which starts a long journey to piece together what could happen where, to bring this world-class cultural and sporting destination to life. We want to create a great place to be, not just on matchdays but every day – and we’re looking for as many residents and businesses as possible to help us to shape this vision, through our forthcoming consultation process.”

“Wharfside will become a network of attractive neighbourhoods in which to live, work, wander, explore, relax with family, enjoy nature and wildlife, meet friends, eat out, have a drink, shop and be entertained.”

“It will have the best of parks and waterside spaces, housing including affordable options in vibrant and diverse localities, new health and educational facilities, joined-up public transport and places to walk, cycle and be active.”

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