Manchester United has received support from the British government for the club’s project to regenerate the area around its Old Trafford stadium. Rachel Reeves, Britain’s Treasury chief, said in a statement she was championing the Old Trafford project as “a shining example” of the government’s plans to promote economic growth.

Manchester United's plans to redevelop their Old Trafford home have been boosted after the UK government threw its support behind the club's plans.

Manchester United has welcomed the announcement of Government support for the project to regenerate the area around Old Trafford, with chief executive Omar Berrada describing it as a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity".

Manchester United's plans to redevelop their Old Trafford home have been boosted after the UK government gave its support to the club's proposals.