Manchester City has said that they would look into the prospect of increasing the Etihad Stadium’s capacity and improving areas of the stadium.
For Premier League games, City frequently fill the stadium, demonstrating their status as one of the most well-supported clubs in England.
By adding around 5,000 extra seats and making investments in enhancing the fan experience all throughout the stadium, they want to maximize that opportunity.
“Manchester City has today announced it is undertaking feasibility studies to develop a best-in-class fan experience and a year-round entertainment and leisure destination at the Etihad Stadium,” a statement by the club read.
“The feasibility studies consider several connected elements, central to which is an expanded North Stand, which could increase capacity of the Etihad Stadium to over 60,000.
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“Alongside this, the study is assessing the feasibility of an expanded and covered ‘City Square’ fan zone with food and drink outlets, a new club shop and museum, workspace and an onsite hotel.
“Identifying opportunities to introduce new entertainment experiences – both on matchday and non-matchday – is a key component of the study, building on the Club’s ongoing commitment to invest in and develop its facilities for the benefit of its fans and visitors.”
The stadium’s initial capacity was 47,726 when it opened in 2003, and it was increased to 55,017 in 2015. Officials from the club are sure that after expanding once again, Man City supporters will continue to fill it.
In the Premier League right now, only Man City rivals Manchester United, Tottenham, West Ham, and Arsenal have a larger capacity than them.
