Manchester United have received a major boost in plans for the redevelopment of Old Trafford with UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves throwing her support behind the project. Reeves says United’s ambition to create a community hub around the stadium is a “shining example of the bold pro-development model that will drive growth across the region” — in a sign the government is ready to help enable some form of financial backing.

Manchester United have been handed a significant boost after the government announced support for plans to regenerate the area around Old Trafford.A UK Treasury statement on Saturday evening noted

Manchester United has welcomed the announcement of Government support for the project to regenerate the area around Old Trafford, with chief executive Omar Berrada describing it as a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity".

Sir Jim Ratcliffe could aim to “fast track” delivery of a new 100,000-capacity stadium after Manchester United took another significant step towards the potential creation of a stunning “Wembley of the North” home...

Manchester United have launched an investigation after hundreds of Rangers fans were able to access areas of the home end at Old Trafford, angering United fans. | ITV News Granada

Hundreds of Rangers fans gained access to home areas of Old Trafford for the Europa League game on Thursday and Man Utd have vowed to investigate how it happened.

Manchester United's plans to redevelop their Old Trafford home have been boosted after the UK government gave its support to the club's proposals.

Manchester United's plans to redevelop Old Trafford have been boosted by fresh UK Government support. The Red Devils hierarchy have been waiting for an update from the Labour Party following their General Election victory in 2024 as the club looks to boost the stadium's current capacity.