Liverpool Staying At Home

Finally the announcement that we’ve all been waiting for, Liverpool are to remain at Anfield.  Whether it’s because we have been unable to secure naming rights for a new stadium or the finances are just not there to build a new £300m plus stadium, it is welcome news to fans, not just at home, but worldwide, many of  whom have made the pilgrimage to see many a great night in the historic old stadium.

Under the plans, Lothair Road, Alroy Road and Sybil will see residents rehoused to make room for redevelopment to the Main Stand and see the grounds capacity increase from its present 45,000 to 60,000.  Sensibly, during the rebuilding process the capacity will not dip below its present full house.

The decision, a long time in the making, has seen off David Moores, Hicks and Gillett and the present incumbents Fenway Sports Group take the best part of two years to finalise the decision and write off almost £50 million in the process.



Hicks and Gillet's vision consigned to history

Whatever the whys and wherefores, we are almost there subject to the obvious rigours of planning permission and we can look further forward with a stronger planning commitment especially as the board have stated the transfer kitty will not be slashed.

As an aside, more good news, as the club’s stewards were awarded the Warmest Welcome award, by VisitFootball a joint venture by the Premier League and the national tourism board Visit England.  Arsenal (Club of the Year), Man City and Fulham also received awards.