Manchester United sells preserved Old Trafford pitch sections in glass cubes
Manchester United is selling preserved sections of its Old Trafford pitch encased in glass cubes for £125 each.
Pitch preservation initiative details
The club dug up the entire surface in June to improve drainage and player welfare. Experts carefully saved specific areas of turf before placing them into glass containers. The first batch of these items has already sold out.
Financial context for the sale
The club reported a pre-tax loss of £43m despite record revenue figures for the 2025-26 season. Overall debt remains above £1bn while spending on new stadium land reached £63.5m.
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- Business Recorder
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