Manchester United announce plan to build ‘world’s greatest stadium’ to replace Old Trafford
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Manchester United announce plan to build 100,000-seat stadium next to Old Trafford
- Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to Old Trafford, which will eventually replace the current stadium.
- The new stadium is part of a larger redevelopment project aimed at boosting the British economy and creating jobs.
- A task force, including Gary Neville and Andy Burnham, concluded that building a new stadium was preferable to renovating Old Trafford.
- The project aims to create the "world's greatest football stadium" and revitalise the surrounding area.
- Sir Alex Ferguson supports the decision, believing a new stadium will allow for new history to be made.