A big update from Manchester United as they announce a milestone moment in their plan to transform Old Trafford.
The Red Devils have secured the majority of the land needed for the rebuild, a 25-acre plot, which is 350 metres from the current stadium.
As per Samuel Luckhurst, the Freightliner land is no longer required following lengthy negotiations.
#mufc also insist the much-talked about Freightliner land is not required to build a new stadium.
— Samuel Luckhurst (@samuelluckhurst) June 22, 2026
We're proud to announce a milestone moment in the plan to transform Old Trafford 👀🏟️
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 22, 2026
A club statement on their website read: “Manchester United has secured the majority of the land required to build a new 100,000-seater stadium, marking a major milestone in the long-term vision to transform the Old Trafford area.
“The new stadium, which will become the biggest sporting arena in the UK, will serve as a catalyst for the regeneration of the surrounding district, helping to create one of the most dynamic and globally significant sporting and entertainment destinations in the world.
“The club acquired the 25-acre site, located approximately 350m north-west of the current stadium, from Indurent, a leading provider of industrial space and a Blackstone portfolio company. United will engage directly with businesses impacted by the plans to support them through the transition period.
“The club has also worked in close collaboration with Trafford Council and the Old Trafford Regeneration Mayoral Development Corporation (OTRMDC) to ensure the location of the new stadium works cohesively with the wider Old Trafford regeneration strategy, ensuring optimum connectivity and the best possible experience for fans.
“The 370 acre regeneration project is expected to deliver around 15,000 new homes, including affordable housing, create 48,000 new jobs locally and over 90,000 nationally, and add more than £7 billion a year to the UK economy.”
REVEALED: Fly-through video and images of how Man Utd’s new 100,000-seater stadium will look
Collette Roche, CEO, Manchester United’s New Stadium Development, said:
“Today’s news highlights the progress we’re making towards a world-class new home for Manchester United and represents a significant milestone as we move into the next phase of development.
“Being able to build so close to Old Trafford allows us to preserve the heritage, traditions and rituals that are so important to our fans. We are committed to building a world-class stadium with our supporters, not just for them, with atmosphere, affordability and accessibility at the heart of our thinking.
“This is a generational opportunity that is fully aligned with both local and national growth ambitions. Securing the right land for our new home has been absolutely critical, and the land we’ve acquired gives us the stage to deliver a truly world-class stadium that honours our past and is ready for our future.”
“The OTRMDC will publish its vision for the Old Trafford Regeneration on Thursday 9 July, when further detail of the stadium site and formal consultation period will also be revealed.”
New Old Trafford site confirmed location. pic.twitter.com/T13DzCeHBv
— UTD Life (@UTDlife_) June 22, 2026
Interesting thing is Freightliner land not needed. pic.twitter.com/Xz3cYY807D
— Simon Stone (@sistoney67) June 22, 2026
This is how fans reacted as Manchester United announce a milestone moment in their plan to transform Old Trafford…
@NickoTaylor_: Sigh, really think we are going to lose our soul leaving Old Trafford & people are forgetting the reason this is happening is because The Glazers left Old Trafford to rot, it’ll never sit well with me this! #MUFC #EPL #GlazersOut #Ineosout
@Jason_Kavanagh: Well thats that then. Absolutely disgusting that old Trafford has to be knocked down for a fucking circus tent which is ironic considering its been clowns running the club whove left old trafford the best stadium in England to rot. Its not a milestone moment its a very sad moment
@utdtimmo: This stadium will be the nail in whatever is left of the coffin
@SibsMUFC: Saying goodbye to Old Trafford is going to be very hard. Pretty much the only constant thing I’ve had in my life. A new ground needs to be a home for Manchester United, not just an entertainment venue that hosts our games.
@adampaters0n: The only way I’m backing a new stadium is if they create a massive travelator that goes from town to Old Trafford and back again.
@TommyGorman37: A sad day. Be careful what you wish for.
@locknloads13: A great place to watch us get top 4 and go bankrupt. From a circus tent 🎪 The new theatre of Glazer Greed. Lovely stuff #GlazersOut #IneosOut
@Gazelliottmufc: 100K sheep making the glazers and jim rich #GlazersOUT #RatcliffeOUT
@BrittanyYoungx: Gutted. Will definitely miss Old Trafford. Hope the atmosphere isn’t ruined like West Ham when they moved to London Stadium.
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