Manchester United plans new 100,000-capacity stadium

Manchester United has plans for a new stadium that can hold 100,000 fans. This ambitious project is expected to cost around £2 billion ($2.6 billion). Club co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants it to become a major landmark in football, much like the Eiffel Tower is for Paris. The design features towers inspired by the club emblem and a large public square. However, bringing such grand designs to life can be difficult. Other clubs have faced similar challenges. For example, Chelsea has tried for years to expand their Stamford Bridge stadium or relocate. Their plans have been delayed multiple times. After losing out on a site at Battersea Power Station, they proposed a new "cathedral of football" at Stamford Bridge, but progress has stalled since then. Liverpool has had more success, having recently expanded Anfield's seating from 45,276 to over 61,000. Their original plans to move to nearby Stanley Park were scrapped due to delays and local opposition. Everton is set to open their new 52,888-capacity stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock soon, marking the end of their long search for a new home. Tottenham Hotspur opened their state-of-the-art stadium in 2019, which has improved their matchday revenue significantly. Despite the success, rising ticket prices have led to fan protests. Other clubs, like West Ham and Arsenal, have also made moves to upgrade their home stadiums, but not all proposals have been successful. Clubs like Nottingham Forest and Leicester City are also working on stadium expansions, while others such as Newcastle and QPR are still considering their future options. Despite obstacles, many clubs remain optimistic about building or improving their stadiums to enhance the fan experience.