Manchester United has officially confirmed the proposed location for a new 100,000-capacity stadium. The venue will sit approximately 350 metres north-west of the current Old Trafford ground, serving as the focal point for a major new Stadium District.

The announcement forms part of the Trafford Wharfside masterplan, a large-scale regeneration project published by Trafford Council. The development is backed by a coalition of regional bodies, including the Old Trafford Regeneration Mayoral Development Corporation, Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Transport for Greater Manchester. The scheme aims to turn the 150-hectare site into a sports-led cultural hub.

The wider masterplan outlines substantial infrastructure upgrades, focusing on enhanced rail connections, public transport links and dedicated walking and cycling routes. Project partners estimate the mixed-use development will generate 48,000 local jobs and deliver 15,000 new homes, potentially contributing £7.3 billion annually to the UK economy.

Collette Roche, CEO, New Stadium Development at Manchester United, said: “The publication of the Wharfside Masterplan marks another significant milestone in our journey to create a new world-class home for Manchester United at the heart of a vibrant and transformational district for Trafford and Greater Manchester. Together with our partners, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver a destination that creates lasting benefits for supporters, local communities and the wider region for decades to come.

“The proposed stadium site is ideally located alongside Old Trafford, enabling us to preserve the heritage, traditions and matchday rituals that are so important to our supporters, while also providing the connectivity and infrastructure required to deliver a truly world-class fan experience.

“We are committed to building a world-class stadium with our supporters, not simply for them. Atmosphere, affordability and accessibility will remain at the heart of our plans, and we look forward to continuing our engagement with fans and other stakeholders as we move into the next phase of design and development.”

Trafford Council intends to launch a public consultation to allow local residents and business owners to shape the final plans.

Cllr Tom Ross, Leader of Trafford Council, said: “We are delighted to introduce the masterplan which starts a long journey to piece together what could happen where, to bring this world-class cultural and sporting destination to life.

“We want to create a great place to be, not just on matchdays but every day – and we’re looking for as many residents and businesses as possible to help us to shape this vision, through our forthcoming consultation process.

“Wharfside will become a network of attractive neighbourhoods in which to live, work, wander, explore, relax with family, enjoy nature and wildlife, meet friends, eat out, have a drink, shop and be entertained.

“It will have the best of parks and waterside spaces, housing including affordable options in vibrant and diverse localities, new health and educational facilities, joined-up public transport and places to walk, cycle and be active.”