Man United must scrap £2billion new stadium plans or risk massive own goal

talkSPORT's Alex Crook argues Manchester United should abandon their £2bn new stadium plan and instead redevelop Old Trafford, citing the emotional connection fans have to the historic ground.

Following Manchester United's dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Roma at Old Trafford on Tuesday, talkSPORT's chief football correspondent Alex Crook has urged the club to reconsider their £2bn stadium redevelopment project unveiled in March 2025.

United's plans involve demolishing Old Trafford and building a new 100,000-capacity stadium on the site, with completion targeted for 2035 to host Women's World Cup matches. The project aims to address long-standing issues including a leaking roof, cramped concourses and inadequate legroom.

However, Crook argued that leaving Old Trafford would be a "massive own goal" for the club. He highlighted the emotional significance of the ground, where United have won 20 English league titles, and pointed to other clubs' struggles after moving stadiums—particularly West Ham's transition to the London Stadium. He noted that most match-going United fans do not prioritise a new stadium over other priorities. Co-host Adrian Durham agreed, suggesting Old Trafford could be redeveloped in its current location while preserving its historic character.