David Edgar Dismisses Idea of Rangers Moving to a New Stadium Amid Developments at Manchester United and Everton
Heart and Hand podcast host David Edgar has weighed in on the discussion surrounding a potential new home for Rangers, following news of stadium developments at Everton and Manchester United.
Everton is set to move into a new stadium next season, while reports suggest that INEOS, now overseeing football operations at United, is considering replacing Old Trafford with a brand-new venue.
Ibrox Replacement Not an Option for Edgar
Rangers have played at Ibrox since its official opening in December 1899, making it a historic and iconic landmark in Glasgow.
Amid discussions about Old Trafford’s potential transformation into a tent-like structure, Edgar firmly rejected any similar move for Ibrox. Taking to X, he wrote: “Not for me. It’s our home.”
Rangers Should Stick to Ibrox Redevelopment, Not Follow Everton and Manchester United
Rather than opting for an entirely new stadium, Rangers have committed to a six-year redevelopment plan for Ibrox, announced in 2024. This decision balances practicality, tradition, and fan expectations.
With over 40,000 season ticket holders and 20,000 fans on the waiting list, Ibrox holds deep sentimental and cultural value. Expanding its capacity to 60,000 over time allows Rangers to accommodate demand while maintaining their historic home.
Unlike Everton’s relocation to Bramley-Moore Dock or Manchester United’s ambitious £2 billion “Wembley of the North” project, moving Rangers would pose significant challenges. Issues such as temporary relocation during construction and the infeasibility of lowering the pitch due to water table concerns make a new build unappealing.
Instead, Rangers’ approach—adding a 1,000-seat cantilever and exploring potential corner expansions—ensures continuity. It allows the club to boost revenue through increased gate receipts while preserving its roots in Govan.
For Rangers, modernising Ibrox represents the best path forward, maintaining the club’s identity and history while securing long-term competitiveness—without the disconnect that an entirely new stadium might bring.
