MANCHESTER UNITED are ready to launch a huge review into the infrastructure of Old Trafford with plans to modernise.
The Glazer family who own the club have faced criticism from supporters who suggest the stadium is looking “tired and tatty”.
Old Trafford is braced for future renovationsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Fans also believe they are falling behind league rivals with Tottenham and Arsenal moving into new stadiums.
Clubs across Europe such as Juventus have moved into new homes while plans have been unveiled to bulldoze and rebuild the San Siro.
United haven’t made any serious renovations to their 74,879-seater stadium since 2006.
The club were forced to fork out money last season to fix a leaky roof which further raised concerns over maintenance.
Chief executive Ed Woodward also revealed plans to look at the Carrington training complex as they line up a huge expenditure.
Speaking to United We Stand magazine, Woodward said: “We’re doing a big review in terms of where we are and what we need to do.
“We’re also looking at the training ground, The Cliff, Old Trafford and Littleton Road.”
Woodward, who has been under fire from supporters for a range of poor managerial choices and overspending on flops, admitted that over £100million has been spent in the last ten years on Old Trafford.
He also confirmed that there are no plans to increase the capacity, although didn’t rule it out in the future.
Woodward added: “Our objectives for the stadium are for it to be safe, full and noisy.
“Adding more seats can influence the third one, but has to be done in the right way.
“There are no plans currently to increase capacity, but I’m not saying it can’t happen long term.
“If you totally change it then you can change the feel of it.
“We’re looking at an investment plan while maintaining what makes Old Trafford special. Part of the allure of United or Old Trafford is the fact that it’s a stadium that was built in 1910.”
Ed Woodward has promised a review of the infrastructureCredit: AFP – Getty
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