Man United could have five potential temporary home options if they have to leave Old Trafford

Manchester United are at the beginning of their new era under Sir Jim Ratcliffe yet already the fanbase is at odds over one of their new co-owners' ambitions.

Ratcliffe wants to redevelop United's home to bring it into the 21st century. At the moment, his ambition is to build a completely new stadium while many fans would rather see the money pumped into the existing Old Trafford.

The INEOS owner's compromise is to build the new stadium within a stone's throw of the current stadium. However, whichever option ultimately comes to fruition shall run the risk of United having to find a temporary home while the plans are completed.

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This begs the question as to where United could move. MEN Sport takes a look at the five options which could be on the table should they need to leave Old Trafford briefly.

The option which is in equal parts the most likely but also the most detested decision is to ground share with Manchester City. Neither fanbase will like the idea but it could be the only realistic choice on the table.

City are unlikely to want to give United a helping hand to become a direct rival once again while the Reds will be cautious of being charged extortionate rent from the blue half of Manchester which they could use to distance the gap. For this reason, it must also be considered the last resort.

Amusing sponsor's name aside, Bolton Wanderers' stadium is certainly a viable option. With a capacity of more than 28,000 it would be a big reduction for what United have at the moment.

However, it wouldn't be a big move away from their current home and it also offers