Manchester United Football Club will commence the £50m overhaul of the men’s first team building at Carrington Training Complex next week.
Foster + Partners has been appointed to lead the project, which will see all areas of the building refurbished and modernised to deliver a “world-class football facility with a positive culture to support future success”.
The renovation work is expected to last for the duration of the 2024/25 season and the initial focus will be on the gym, medical, nutrition and recovery areas.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United FC, said: “We want to create a world class environment for our teams to win. When we conducted a thorough review of the Carrington training facilities and met with our men’s first team players, it was clear the standards had fallen below some of our peers. This project will ensure Manchester United’s training ground is once more renovated to the highest standards.
“Lord Foster, a fellow Mancunian, has brought some great inspiration to the design, in conjunction with the Manchester United team and we look forward to seeing the improvement to the facilities but most importantly on the pitch.”
Lord Foster, founder and executive chairman of Foster + Partners, added: “We are delighted to lead the renewal of Manchester United’s training facility in Carrington. Our aim is to modernise and revitalise the building as a catalyst for future footballing success, creating spaces that inspire a culture of collaboration, unity and belonging.
“As a proud Mancunian, it is a particular honour for me to see Foster + Partners given this responsibility and we will ensure that our design captures the spirit of industry, grit and ambition that exemplifies both Manchester and Manchester United.”
