Premier League side Manchester United have announced that there will be an ‘Atmosphere Section’ at Old Trafford from next season. Red Devils supporters have been behind successful trials in recent years to improve the atmosphere at the Theatre of Dreams. United made the announcement as they confirmed season ticket prizes had been frozen for the eighth consecutive season.
The dedicated section will be in the first tier in the Stretford End and come into play for the start of the 2019/20 campaign. “The support from our fans and the atmosphere they generate is incredible, so we’re delighted to be freezing Season Ticket prices once again in recognition of that,” Group Managing Director Richard Arnold said.
The most expensive season ticket at Old Trafford this season was £950 in the Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Bobby Charlton stands. The cheapest season ticket cost supporters £532. United have also confirmed that match ticket prices have been frozen for next term. Fans will also be offered a 25 percent reduction on tickets for Carabao Cup and Europa League matches.
The Red Devils have also announced further discount for younger supporters and over 65s. ” Manchester United is also firmly committed to supporting fan initiatives to create a consistently vibrant atmosphere at Old Trafford, whilst also helping younger fans to watch live, affordable football,” the club said.
It remains to be seen who will be in charge at Old Trafford next season with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in pole position to land the job on a permanent basis. United have lost just once under the Norwegian – against PSG in the Champions League – since he replaced Jose Mourinho in December.
Meanwhile, the club have added 18-year-old full-back Brandon Williams to their squad for Wednesday’s Champions League clash at Paris Saint-Germain. Williams, who signed his first professional deal last year, was in the group that flew out from Manchester on Tuesday as caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deals with a host of injuries. Mason Greenwood, 17, James Garner, 17, Angel Gomes, 18, and Tahith Chong, 19, have also been included.
Solskjaer is without 10 senior players for the game at the Parc des Princes as United look to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg. Paul Pogba misses the game against the French champions after his red card in the first leg, while Alexis Sanchez suffered a knee injury during the 3-2 win over Southampton on Saturday.
Ander Herrera, Nemanja Matic, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, Anthony Martial, Phil Jones, Matteo Darmian and Antonio Valencia are all sidelined and have not travelled. Andreas Pereira, Scott McTominay and Fred are the only recognised central midfielders to make the trip. Legendary former United manager Sir Alex Ferguson joined the players on their trip to Paris as they look to overcome the odds and reach the quarterfinals, with ex-chief executive David Gill also in attendance. Meanwhile, the club have announced that supporters will get a 25 percent discount on Europa League tickets if United have to play in the competition next season. United, fourth in the Premier League table, are on course to play in the Champions League. But while announcing that season ticket prices have been frozen for the eighth year in a row, United also indicated fans will get discounted tickets if they end up in the Europa League.