Manchester United has secured the majority of land required to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to its aging Old Trafford home. The project, designed by Foster + Partners, carries an estimated price tag of £2 billion, roughly $2.5 to $2.7 billion, and aims to open around 2032.
The land puzzle is almost complete
The club’s primary remaining hurdle involves negotiations with Freightliner for adjacent land, a deal valued at approximately £400 million. Club officials are reportedly optimistic about wrapping up those talks soon, which would clear the path toward design finalization, funding arrangements, and the necessary planning permissions.
The plans were first unveiled in March 2025 under the influence of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who holds a minority ownership stake in the club.
Collette Roche serves as the stadium’s dedicated CEO, while Omar Berrada operates as the club’s broader CEO.
