Sir Jim Ratcliffe must consider three things when making Old Trafford revamp or rebuild decision

It is impossible to replace 114 years of history and the place where immortals have been created, which means the ongoing conversation about Old Trafford is emotive.

Manchester United fans are debating the same question: revamp or rebuild? There are advantages and downsides to both arguments and the final decision will not please everyone.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's minority stake in United has been approved by the Premier League and he will be able to speak openly about his plans once the deal is completed. Sources have said Ratcliffe will make radical changes and the future of Old Trafford is high on his agenda.

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Two years ago, United hired stadium masterplanners Populous to explore their options, but those plans were shelved when the Glazers placed the club on the market.

Ratcliffe has picked up that baton and how far he runs with it remains to be seen, although he is Failsworth-born, he supports United and will understand the weight of the decision.

The MEN reported last week United could rebuild Old Trafford without temporarily relocating and have been advised that is the best option, but some fans would prefer a new stadium.

Old Trafford is not dilapidated as certain quarters of the media might suggest, but the roof has leaked for over 10 years and it's no longer a state-of-the-art venue. United are the biggest club in England and their stadium no longer represents that status, despite its prestige.

The concourses need to be improved, the fan experience outside the ground bettered and the capacity must be increased, all of which could still be achieved in a redevelopment.

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