"Our proposed new stadium is one of the most significant projects Manchester United will undertake in the next 100 years, and it is vital that we shape it together with our fans," Collette Roche told the Manchester Evening News as Manchester United opened a new survey on its proposed 100,000-seater home. The consultation closes at 12pm GMT on Friday, November 6.
Fan input on the design
Roche also said the club wants supporters to help inform the decisions that will define the stadium day to day. "Above all else, this is a football stadium built for them, so getting the details right matters. That’s why we are committed to thorough and transparent engagement, ensuring supporters help inform key decisions on atmosphere, affordability, accessibility and the traditions that have made Old Trafford so special for so long," she said.
The scale of the plan is obvious from the size alone, with the new ground set at 100,000 seats. United have also said the club acquired a plot of land earlier this year, which allowed Foster + Partners to resume design work.
Where the project stands now
Roche said the club's engagement with supporters since 2024 has already shown excitement, while also acknowledging that some fans have questions and concerns. She added that working together can create a stadium that supports success on the pitch, reflects the identity of Manchester United, and gives fans a home they can be proud of for generations.
The consultation arrives while Manchester United are 13th in the Premier League, and the club is still at the stage of gathering fan views rather than locking in a final design. The survey window is open now, and the deadline on 6 November gives supporters a short span to respond.
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