Manchester United's plan to build a 100,000-seat stadium has taken a big step toward becoming reality, with the vision receiving the green light from the Trafford Council executive.

According to reports, Manchester United chiefs have 'received the green light' to push ahead with 'their plans for a new Old Trafford'.

Trafford Council is advertising for what it describes as “a top-class consultant team” to help it develop the masterplan of the Trafford Wharfside area which include a potential new stadium for Manchester United.

Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe controversially suggested that Levelling-Up funds could go towards redeveloping Old Trafford and the surrounding area. The 71-year-old’s stake in United includes £273million for the redevelopment of the stadium, but that money would not come close to covering the kind of renovation he seeks.

Manchester United's plan to build a 100,000-seat stadium has taken a big step toward becoming reality, with the vision receiving the green light from the Trafford Council executive.

United are set to make a decision at the end of the season whether to redevelop the existing stadium into an 87,000-capacity venue or build a brand-new 100,000-capacity ground whi