Source: REUTERS/Carl Recine
[Saba Sports News] Recent reports from British media indicate that Manchester United has no immediate plans to address the leaking roof at Old Trafford Stadium. During the match against Arsenal, water leakage was observed from the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand. While the club has explored the feasibility of installing a new roof and has drafted detailed plans for alternatives to the stand, the significant financial and operational implications of such a project have led to hesitation. Shareholder James Ratcliffe prefers to focus on redevelopment rather than immediate repairs. Manchester United has attributed the water leakage from the East Stand to rapid rainwater accumulation, causing an overflow in the roof drainage system. Despite occasional leaks, the club maintains that the stadium’s structural integrity remains intact.