A shift is taking place at Old Trafford — not on the pitch, but in the stands. As The Athletic revealed, around 500 Manchester United supporters seated closest to the dugouts will be moved from their long-held general admission positions to make way for a new hospitality section.
According to the club, the area is being converted to “reflect the high value of this unique location.” The decision, though commercially motivated, has left many fans frustrated and disappointed, particularly those who have occupied these seats for decades.
“We appreciate the disruption this will cause those fans who currently sit there,” the club stated, “and we will be contacting them individually to ensure a suitable alternative seat is found.