'We're doing a big review in terms of where we are and what we need to do': Ed Woodward reveals Manchester United are looking at revamping Old Trafford and club's training facilities after criticism from supporters
* Manchester United have faced criticism for failing to upgrade Old Trafford
* Their Premier League rivals, such as Tottenham, boast more modern stadia
* The Red Devils are also looking to improve their training ground facilities
Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has confirmed, via the United We Stand fanzine, that the club will review their Old Trafford and Carrington facilities.
The Glazer family have bore the brunt of regular criticism from supporters for failing to upgrade the Theatre of Dreams - especially in light of their Premier League rivals modernising their own stadia.
And while Woodward has revealed plans into looking into bringing their facilities up to date, he insisted that he wants to maintain the character of Old Trafford.
Ed Woodward has confirmed that Manchester United are looking to revamping their facilities. United's Old Trafford has been criticised for falling behind other Premier League grounds
'We're doing a big review in terms of where we are and what we need to do,' he told the United We Stand fanzine. 'We're also looking at the [Carrington] training ground, The Cliff, Old Trafford and Littleton Road.
'Our objectives for the stadium are for it to be safe, full and noisy. Adding more seats can influence the third one, but has to be done in the right way.
'There are no plans currently to increase capacity, but I'm not saying it can't happen long-term. If you totally change it then you can change the feel of it.
'We're looking at an investment plan while maintaining what makes Old Trafford special. Part of the allure of United or Old Trafford is the fact that it's a stadium that was built in 1910.
'Our vision for it is that we don't want to radically change that look and feel. If you have Old Trafford and you regenerate, rejuvenate and keep it modern but keep it feeling like it's Old Trafford, then that's the perfect solution for us.'
The need for upgrades and repairs at Old Trafford were made abundantly clear towards the end of last season.
A video taken before the Manchester derby showed torrents of rain gushing through the roof of the ground with seats underneath left drenched by the water.
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