Reposted by Geraldo Volcy
Jim Ratcliffe, the billionaire co-owner of Manchester United, on Tuesday pitched a new stadium as crucial to the British government’s plan to revive a large swath of Manchester.
He said the project would lure visitors to the city the way the Eiffel Tower brings throngs of tourists to Paris.
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Manchester United Pitches New Stadium as Key to Government Growth Plan
Jim Ratcliffe, the billionaire co-owner of the soccer club, framed plans for the 100,000-seat venue as crucial to the British government’s plan to revive the northern English city.