Ex-Premier League team announce construction of stunning 25,000-seat stadium despite facing relegation to third tier
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LUTON TOWN have announced the construction of a stunning new 25,000-seater stadium despite facing back-to-back relegations.
The Hatters are just one point above the Championship drop zone just one year after being axed from the Premier League.
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Luton Town have announced plans to build a new stadium
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The arena will hold a whopping 25,000 fans
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Luton hope to move in for the start of the 2028/29 campaign
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The Hatters currently play at Kenilworth Road, which holds 12,000 supporters
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But they have now revealed that they are set to build a brand new arena which will more than DOUBLE their current capacity.
Luton host 12,000 supporters at the popular Kenilworth Road, which has been their home since 1905.
But following 2023's unexpected rise to England's top flight, chiefs are keen to build on growing support.
And a new stadium based at Power Court will hold a whopping 25,000 fans.
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A statement revealed that construction will begin this summer, regardless of whether or not Luton stay up.
And it's hoped that the Hatters can start playing at the stadium for the start of the 2028/29 campaign.
While the project itself is expected to create around 1,000 jobs for the local area.
CEO Gary Sweet said: 'This is a transformative opportunity for the Club, helping us realise our ambitions to be a Premier League club again one day.'
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'We are united with the supporters on the need for a new stadium to move our Luton Town forward and we are delighted to be moving into this exciting construction phase.
'Importantly, this new stadium project roots us in our community, bringing jobs and investment as part of the wider regeneration of the area.
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'Partnering with a company of Limak's international standing offers us a global perspective with local delivery.
'We will collaborate closely with them to ensure the stadium reflects the spirit and needs of the community.
'It has been a long road to this point, but we are so excited at the prospect of welcoming our supporters to Power Court in the near future and the ability to extend our support base and enhance our unique match-day experience.'
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