By James Robson
Manchester United unveiled plans on Tuesday to build the “world’s greatest” soccer stadium.
A proposed 100,000-seater arena would surpass Wembley as the biggest in the United Kingdom.
Under the plans, the 20-time English champion said it would build next to its iconic Old Trafford ground, likely meaning it would not need to relocate during the construction process.
“Our current stadium has served us brilliantly for the past 115 years, but it has fallen behind the best arenas in world sport,” part owner Jim Ratcliffe said. “By building next to the existing site, we will be able to preserve the essence of Old Trafford, while creating a truly state-of-the-art stadium that transforms the fan experience only footsteps from our historic home.”
United did not say how much the stadium would cost or reveal a timeline for its completion, but architect Norman Foster said building work would take five years.
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