Manchester United provide update on Old Trafford redevelopment plans

Manchester United have partnered with two local authorities to maximize the potential of the Old Trafford area as part of a major regeneration project.

In an official update to supporters, the Premier League club announced that its upcoming “world-class” stadium redevelopment will bring significant benefits to the surrounding community.

The club has entered into a strategic partnership with Trafford Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to “unlock growth and regeneration opportunities in the Trafford Wharfside area.”

To guide the project, an independent director and advisory team have been appointed to support the Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force.

The task force, chaired by Lord Sebastian Coe, aims to oversee the initiative’s development.

Coe also shared his thoughts on the new agreement, highlighting the potential impact on both the club and the local community.

“The objective of this once-in-a-generation project is not only the development of a world-class stadium for the north of England, but also to ensure that this brings broad social and economic benefits to the local area and surrounding region,” Lord Coe said.

“There is a huge opportunity to connect Trafford Wharfside regeneration with the ongoing growth of neighbouring Media City in Salford, and Greater Manchester’s Western Gateway and Central Growth Cluster plans, to create a project of national significance. The tripartite advisory team will help fully unlock this incredibly exciting potential.”

Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, added: “Greater Manchester has a strong claim to be the biggest footballing city-region on the planet.

“Few places come close to matching our heritage and the global impact of our clubs and our culture.

“The future of Old Trafford is the next chapter of that story, and we have a chance now to make sure it’s written properly.

“With this new partnership we have the expertise, the vision, and the passion to drive forward the regeneration of the Trafford Wharfside area, and deliver real benefits for the community, the fans, and for the economy across the North.”

Councillor Liz Patel, Executive Member for Economy and Regeneration at Trafford Council, also commented: “We have ambitious regeneration plans for the Trafford Wharfside area.

“Our plan is for up to 5,000 new homes in the area, new opportunities for retail space and better connections between Trafford Wharfside, Salford and Manchester city centre.

“Trafford is proud to be the home of Manchester United, we already attract thousands of visitors every year, this transformational change will make it the perfect visitor destination for new businesses to invest in.

“We want Trafford Wharfside to be nationally recognised as a place which is dynamic and attractive for residents and businesses, so I look forward to working closely with our partners and local residents to realise our shared goal of transforming the area for everyone.”

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