Newcastle United are now planning to build a new 65,000-capacity super stadium on Leazes Park, Newcastle Confidential can exclusively reveal.
The club are preparing to take their intentions to the Government for sign-off on a project that will create hundreds of jobs and pour money into the local economy.
It is expected that Downing Street officials will give the green light for Newcastle to press ahead with their ambitious development and will assist them in cutting through any red tape.
The club’s alternative option for a redevelopment of St James’ Park has been shelved for now, and we can reveal that the plot for the new stadium will retain its city-centre location in Leazes Park.