Sir Jim Ratcliffe's £2bn proposal for a national stadium in Manchester, involving Old Trafford regeneration, has gained support from Trafford Council and Manchester United.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's proposal to build a national stadium in Manchester, involving Old Trafford regeneration, has gained support from Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council and Manchester United. The £2bn project would replace Old Trafford, which is in need of refurbishment, and require government talks about using taxpayer funds. The plan forms part of Trafford Council's Wharfside Development plans.