Manchester United have released more details about their upcoming stadium project after recently purchasing more land close to Old Trafford.
Manchester United first touted the idea of a new stadium in 2025. The club claimed they would be looking to build a 100,000-seater arena, which could become the "Wembley of the North West".
Progress on the stadium had stalled due to lengthy negotiations with the freight liner business occupying the space United were looking to use to build their new stadium.
However, this issue was solved when the Red Devils chose to purchase a different section of land close to the existing stadium.
United have now announced more plans for the new stadium, which is expected to sit 350 metres north-west of the current site.
United reveal new stadium details
The club have revealed that United's new stadium will sit in the heart of a new "stadium district". The entire area will be purpose-built for sport, entertainment and year-round activity.
United's new stadium will be a "flagship landmark" for the wider development of the Trafford Warfside area.
New and improved public transport links will surround the stadium district, while an extensive walking and cycling infrastructure has also been mentioned.
The vision is expected to create 48,000 local jobs and 15,000 new homes. Manchester United state that the new vision has the potential to offer a £7.3 billion per-annum boost to the UK economy.
CEO of the new stadium development, Collette Roche, said: "The publication of the Wharfside Masterplan marks another significant milestone in our journey to create a new world-class home for Manchester United 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."
United must raise funds for new stadium
While the plans for the new stadium appear to be coming along, United still must focus on raising the funds for the new Old Trafford.
Earlier reports stated that a new stadium could cost as much as £2 billion.
The Red Devils are already in debt due to the Glazer ownership model, which went into debt to purchase the club in 2005.
United could raise some funds through player sales this summer, but the majority of that is likely to be spent on new signings, with Michael Carrick's side set for a return to the Champions League next season.
Casemiro leaving the club will have eased concerns about the wage bill, but Marcus Rashford's return will not have helped matters. While some consider him a fan favourite at Old Trafford, his wage will be significant due to his form at the time of his signing.
