Manchester United are set to decide between redeveloping Old Trafford or building a new stadium by the end of the season. The Old Trafford regeneration task force has published its options report into the future of United’s stadium and the proposed regeneration of the surrounding area.

Manchester United’s plans to rebuild or redevelop Old Trafford are set to drive one of the UK’s “biggest ever urban regeneration projects”, according to new proposals.

Manchester United will deliver a decision on whether it intends to redevelop Old Trafford or build a new 100,000-seater stadium by the summer, the club said on Friday.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe could aim to “fast track” delivery of a new 100,000 capacity stadium after Manchester United took another significant step towards the potential creation of a stunning “Wembley of the North” home.