BREAKING NEWS ‼️: ELON MUSK WANTS TO RENAME OLD TRAFFORD TO ‘TESLA STADIUM’ – SIR JIM RATCLIFFE SHUTS IT DOWN IN DRAMATIC CLASH!
Football’s most iconic stadium is at the centre of a storm — and it involves one of the world’s most powerful billionaires.
Elon Musk has reportedly made a jaw-dropping offer to Manchester United: rename Old Trafford as the ‘Tesla Stadium’ in exchange for full sponsorship and long-term financial backing. The bid, described as “astronomical” in value, includes plans for full stadium renovation, green energy integration, and a state-of-the-art fan experience powered by Tesla tech.
But there’s just one problem — Sir Jim Ratcliffe isn’t having any of it.
Sources close to the club confirm that Musk personally contacted INEOS leadership with a formal proposal to purchase the stadium naming rights, promising to pump hundreds of millions into the club’s infrastructure and operations over the next decade. His vision? Turn Manchester United into the “most futuristic football club on Earth” — powered by Tesla, SpaceX-inspired innovations, and his global tech empire.
But the response from Manchester United’s co-owner was swift and clear:
“Old Trafford is not for sale. Not its name. Not its soul.”
The proposal has sparked major tension behind the scenes, with insiders describing heated meetings between representatives of Musk’s camp and the INEOS top brass. While some executives reportedly saw the offer as “financially transformative,” Ratcliffe’s stance remains immovable — Old Trafford, the Theatre of Dreams, must keep its historic name.
Meanwhile, fans are torn.
Social media is ablaze with debate. Some see Musk’s interest as a sign of United’s global power and a chance to usher in a new, modern era. Others are furious, calling it a blatant attempt to erase history in favour of branding and ego.
“Selling the name is selling our identity,” one lifelong supporter tweeted. “We’re not a tech company. We’re Manchester United.”
Still, some younger fans are intrigued:
“A Tesla Stadium with zero-carbon emissions and self-charging stands? Sounds like the future.”
The standoff between Musk’s ambition and Ratcliffe’s tradition is far from over — but one thing is clear:
The battle for Old Trafford’s legacy is now global.
Is this a bold step into the future — or pure madness from a billionaire who just can’t stop making headlines?
The Theatre of Dreams just became the centre of a real-life power war.
