BBC reporter Simon Stone reported that negotiations between Manchester United and Freightliner, which owns the land needed for the new stadium, are difficult to make. Therefore, Manchester United has been asked to prepare another alternative to the original "circus tent" planned for the new stadium.
Manchester United boss Sir Ratcliffe insists on building a new world-class stadium as the core of the reconstruction plan. However, the program currently faces a critical obstacle.
It is understood that the club has difficulty in negotiating with Freightliner, which owns the land needed for the new stadium. Therefore, Manchester United has been asked to prepare alternatives. At present, the specific nature of the new stadium has not been determined, and the club has not yet formally submitted an application for planning permit.
In addition, a brand new public body called "Old Trafford Revival Mayor Development Company" has been approved by local authorities and will be chaired by Lord Cole. The establishment of the institution is seen as a key to the entire development project, which is planned to build 15,000 new housing units in addition to a new stadium.