Anfield or New Anfield

[ChunkyMonkey]

I would need to see NESVs plans for either option before I can decide. I know we've seen the old Stanley Park plans but we don't know if that would be the design they'd use even if they plump for building a new stadium.

[StevieH]

bump - see bigger kop.

 

What is the approximate cost for redeveloping Anfield and the anticipated duration of phases 1 & 2?

[redasever]

What is the approximate cost for redeveloping Anfield and the anticipated duration of phases 1 & 2?

 

It's difficult to be precise since the market has changed so much but you could expect a 25% to 50% saving on a new stadium. The important thing is the phasing, so the debt or investment might never be critical.

 

The duration is as long as you like to suit demand but the each stand would take a minimum of one year. This could mean extra income after one year while you would have been spending money for four years to build a new stadium before you get a penny extra.

[Einch]

How do the new financial fair play rules affect spending on the potential refurb of Anfield? Since the stadium is an asset of LFC&AG would capital expenditure on the stadium be included in permitted % spending? If this has already been covered elsewhere then my apologies for bringing it up again. If not then I think this is one of the key considerations of how NESV proceed and what structure is used to manage the club and stadium financially.

[Trumo]

If there is one decision UEFA's new financial fair play rules will have a big impact on, it's whether it makes sense to redevelop Anfield or build a new stadium. If the redevelopment route is chosen and the stands are rebuilt, then the loss of matchday revenue during the reconstruction needs to be balanced with increased revenue generation from other sources. If not, then the reduction in revenue would need to be offset with a reduction in the wage bill and transfer spending so as not to fall foul of UEFA. If the new stadium option is chosen, then, although NESV would take out a loan to fund construction, we would still be using Anfield in the mean time, and so matchday revenue wouldn't really be affected. In any event, UEFA have stated that clubs will have 3 years to get their house in order as it can't be done overnight.

[redasever]

Investment in the stadium is not included in the fair play regluations - there's no limit.

 

There doesn't need to be loss of revenue to redevelop Anfield during construction as it can be done without demolishing the stands. There's a few examples where this has been done (El Molinon for one)

[Trumo]

Investment in the stadium is not included in the fair play regluations - there's no limit.

 

There doesn't need to be loss of revenue to redevelop Anfield during construction as it can be done without demolishing the stands. There's a few examples where this has been done (El Molinon for one)

 

Yes but issues like pitch size, space around the pitch etc need to be addressed as well for Anfield to fit the FIFA/UEFA criteria and be able to stage say, World Cup games, or European showpiece finals. To just extend the existing stands (and not level the pitch for that matter) would be money down the drain long term.

[Seemann]

I quite like the design of the new stadium, but this is also quite spectacular (probably cost 10 times as much).

 

Just for reference I'll link it....3 pictures in the slide show. Same architect that did the new Wembley.

 

Foster + Partners

[lifetime fan]

I'm suprised I've not seen this mentioned yet.

 

Henry has said on the offal they took 3 years to decide what they were going to do with Fenway Park and it could take 2 years to decide what to do with Anfield, although they'd hope to make a decision within 12 months.

[Dan Vito Corleone]

They need to make the squad competitive first and know it I reckon.

[Guest San Don]

They need to make the squad competitive first and know it I reckon.

 

This. I think NESV see a successful team as central to their plans. They'll rebuild the team before they rebuild \ build a new stadium.

[Walton Park]

They need to make the squad competitive first and know it I reckon.

 

Thats my thoughts. I think they realise we have to be competing at the top by the time these rules come into play regarding transfers/turnover.

[lifetime fan]

This makes a lot of sense if you don't have a bunch of fucking idiots running the council and planning dept.

[rebel23]

Surely they will come to the conclusion that building a new stadium, 60,000 with the potential to go to 70,000 is the best long term plan to grow revenues and keep the club competitive

 

Population growth, demand and the economic benefits to the area are all highly positive. I know it's going to be expensive and they need to find a way to fund it but in 10-15 years the pay off from it will be well worth it

[redasever]

Surely they will come to the conclusion that building a new stadium, 60,000 with the potential to go to 70,000 is the best long term plan to grow revenues and keep the club competitive

 

Population growth, demand and the economic benefits to the area are all highly positive. I know it's going to be expensive and they need to find a way to fund it but in 10-15 years the pay off from it will be well worth it

 

A redeveloped Anfield can accommodate 60,000 with the potential to go to 70,000.

[StevieH]

anfield plaza

[JohnnyH]

anfield plaza

 

That's still got Reebok as the sponsor! I assume it's an old one

[StevieH]

[Jarvinja Ilnow]

anfield plaza

 

do you reckon those men in the red tops will get killed by an alien at some point? They would be better off wearing a light blue or gold top if they want to survive

[shanks69]

 

going by that pic walton breck rd is blocked off.

[redasever]

It isn't

[shanks69]

It isn't

 

why isn't it that is the kop end?

[Antynwa]

Teh fuck did Breck Road go?

[shanks69]

Teh fuck did Breck Road go?

 

thats what i asked:(

[Guest ShoePiss]

It isn't

 

You're right of course, I could easily pick my way though those black blob things.