The New Old Trafford Deep Dive
#834 | Ed and Adam dive into the ambitious plans for a new Old Trafford, spearheaded by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The discussion covers mixed reactions to the design, the project's historical context, and fan group responses. They also talk about the significant role of government regulations, planning timelines, and the noticeable absence of the Glazer family in the launch. The hosts analyse the financial implications and potential impact on the club's future, including the broader economic benefits and challenges. They highlight the importance of integrating United's rich history into the new development and the need for fan consultation in the process. As Ed and Adam speculate on the logistics and timeline, they emphasise the project's potential to transform United's stadium experience and financial health. 00:00 Introduction 01:39 Initial Reactions to New Trafford 10:57 Government Regulations and Planning Timelines 19:36 Ownership and Future of the Club 22:13 Financing the Stadium 22:56 Fan Group Reactions 23:17 Debt Comparisons 24:28 Fan Engagement and Consultation Issues 34:34 Ownership Challenges 40:01 Concluding Thoughts If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing exclusive bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscriptions. We do a bonus show and a tactical review every week for backers. No Question About That is available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and all podcast apps. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices