Chelsea icon John Obi Mikel has revealed Manchester United's legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson has finally forgiven him for an infamous transfer saga 18 years ago.
15.05.2024 - 18:13 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United are preparing to welcome a Premier League opponent to Old Trafford for the final time this season as Newcastle visit the North West.
The Theatre of Dreams became the stuff of nightmares not for the first time this campaign on Sunday following the defeat to Arsenal. Sky Sports and other broadcasters showed footage of the heavy rain in Manchester causing flooding in the stands, the away dressing room and a waterfall where the East Stand meets the Sir Alex Ferguson end.
The floods raised questions regarding Old Trafford's future with Sir Jim Ratcliffe committing to finding a solution. The INEOS founder is leaning towards building a new stadium next door to the current ground and has launched a taskforce to weigh up the best course of action.
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At the weekend, Ratcliffe met with Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer to discuss the plans further. But what do players who have made their names at Old Trafford think about the iconic venue, MEN Sport has rounded up what has been said.
Neville has been one of the chief critics of the Glazers for allowing the current stadium to slip into disrepair. He has also been appointed to the Old Trafford taskforce and will have a say on the final outcome.
In March, the former United captain spoke about the options facing Old Trafford. "I think everyone knows that it’s one of two options; either renovate and refurbish the existing Old Trafford or develop a brand new stadium next to Old Trafford," he said.
"No one knows the answer to that because to be fair the one thing I won’t do is disrespect…what are the costs? What is the feasibility? What are the
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