Man Utd make huge progress towards building 100,000-seater ‘Wembley of the North’ stadium in 2BILLION project [Video]

MANCHESTER UNITED have taken another step towards building a new 100,000-seater stadium.

The Red Devils have entered a strategic partnership with Trafford Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) in a bid to maximise the regeneration opportunities around Old Trafford.

Officials wish to showcase how a world-class stadium can catalyse wider regeneration and bring social and economic benefits to Trafford Wharfside and the surrounding areas.

An advisory team, led by an independent director, will be appointed to support the ongoing work and ensure that it aligns with Trafford Council and the GMCA’s strategy and visions.

Findings will be fed into the recommendations of a taskforce chaired by Lord Coe.

Discussing the project, Lord Coe said: “The objective of this once-in-a-generation project is not only the development of a …