Manchester United launch fan survey on 100,000-seat Old Trafford replacement
Manchester United have opened a new supporter survey as they seek fan input on the planned design of a 100,000-seat replacement for Old Trafford.
New stadium consultation at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Proposed capacity | 100,000 |
| Estimated cost | £2 billion ($2.7bn) |
| Survey deadline | 12pm, Friday November 6 |
| Eligible groups | Ticket holders, members, waiting-list fans and recent hospitality buyers |
The club first outlined plans in March 2025 to leave their existing stadium and build a new home. Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe said at the time that the ambition was to create the finest football stadium in the world.
United have already received views from tens of thousands of supporters on both Old Trafford’s future and the proposed redevelopment of the surrounding district. The latest consultation focuses specifically on the new ground’s design.
Fans will be asked about the stadium experience, preserving United’s history, the desired atmosphere, accessibility and affordability. The survey also covers the wider campus development and transport arrangements.
Collette Roche, the chief executive of the stadium development project after moving from her previous chief operating officer post in January, said supporter involvement would be crucial in a project that could define the club’s next century.
Roche said the venue must be designed primarily for fans, with their views helping to guide major choices around cost, access, traditions and matchday noise. She added that the consultation since 2024 had revealed considerable enthusiasm, while also making clear that some supporters have concerns which need to be addressed.
Season-ticket holders, cup season-ticket holders, official members and executive club members will receive the survey. It will also go to supporters on the season-ticket waiting list and fans who have purchased Old Trafford hospitality during the past three years.
Next, United will collect the responses ahead of the November 6 midday deadline as the development plans progress. On the pitch, the club go into Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Bournemouth without a victory in seven matches, with manager Michael Carrick facing mounting pressure.
