New CEO David Hopkinson addressed supporters at St James Park, revealing that the stadium’s conclusion is still uncertain. He addressed fans: “I want to be really clear about this.

We have not decided what we are going to do. We are modelling multiple possibilities. However, even if we made a decision tomorrow, which we would not do, it would still require years of permits, planning, money, and building.

Whether we reimagine St James’ Park or create a new stadium, this remains true. Either takes years and years.

I witnessed the complete change of the Bernabeu. I was around for years at work. I adore what they’ve built, and I believe we’ve learnt a lot from studying it, but these projects take years.” Other recent upgrades.

Last month, St James’ Park was confirmed as a host venue for Euro 2028, securing the stadium’s long-term existence.

However, as NewcastleWorld pointed out, fans deserve more than outside powers such as UEFA determining 145 years of Tyneside history.

Communication inside the club is essential. Pressure from Save Newcastle Wildlife, who petitioned against a new stadium being built on Leazes Park, has also increased in recent years. Newcastle City Council was anxious to emphasise that no final decision had been taken.

Every Toon fan seemed to be having their say on social media on what the final choice should be. David Hopkinson, who was appointed CEO of Newcastle earlier this month, hinted at the club’s future plans.

“Each team I worked for was the most important thing in that community,” he told fans. “And the arena or stadium is located in the heart of the city.

“I’ve never worked for a company located in a suburb 15 miles from downtown.” That is very significant. Where the ScotiaBank Arena is in Toronto or the Bernabeu is in Madrid, directly on Castellana.

Madison Square Garden is in the absolute heart of Manhattan. St James’ Park is located in Newcastle. Location is important.

“What stands out to me is how much Newcastle residents’ pride in their community is exhibited via their passion of Newcastle United. That is great. That is energising. That is exciting.

That is what matters. “Not every team in every community can make that claim.” Last month, the Daily Mail published a disputed new update, saying that the PIF will not completely fund any proposal.

It is claimed that any rebuild would be partially funded by the owners, with the remainder leveraged against the club as a debt.

While not identical to the Glazers’ contentious takeover of Manchester United, the substance of the ideas bears similarities. Newcastle would be thrust into massive debt overnight, potentially hindering the transfer market.

During the drama, stadium concept designer and 3D animator Damian Bosio shared numerous amazing solutions to the problem on his YouTube channel, Bondibot.

The first option raises the Gallowgate End to the same level as the Milburn and Leazes stands. Second, Bosio suggests shifting the pitch entirely, allowing for more wiggle room in the Gallowgate and East Stands.

The final design depicts a new stadium that would encroach on Leazes Park, potentially becoming a nightmare for local preservation groups. See all three propositions below.