Juventus have outlined their ambitious plans for the Stadio Delle Alpi, including a glass roof and seats brought forward .
The current Stadium was built for the 1990 World Cup, but has never proved popular with fans due to its cavernous concrete structure and running track.
“Currently,” explained Bianconeri director Antonio Giraudo, “our yearly intake from the Stadium is just under £10m. The Milanese and Roman clubs have double that figure, and Manchester United bring in around £46m.”
The club has agreed to lease the Stadium from the council on a 99-year contract that will enable them to restructure it entirely.
The capacity will be reduced from 70,000 to just 35,000, eliminating the running track and bringing the seats within 10 to 15 metres from the field. Currently the closest a spectator can get is 23-40 metres.
The other seating area will become conference rooms for use during the week for conventions or work related gatherings.
“This is not the definitive plan,” noted Giraudo, “but it is the project that most sparks our enthusiasm.”
“This will be an important investment that can respect the city of Turin and maintain this club’s position at the forefront of sporting excellence.”
The agreement with the Council also allows Juventus to create a gym, new changing rooms, a Premiership-style fan shop and club museum.
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