Tottenham confirm further delays to stadium opening | OneFootball

Tottenham have confirmed that they will host Manchester United at Wembley as the wait for their new stadium continues.

Initial plans expected construction to be finished by October 29, but the north London club continue to struggle with deadlines.

‘Test events’ are scheduled to take place over the Christmas period as they hope to move away from the national stadium as soon as possible.

“We are acutely conscious that we are asking fans to go to Wembley far longer than planned,” chairman Daniel Levy explained.

“However we are now seeing the progress that we needed to see.

“What I don’t want to do is set any firm dates until we have finally achieved a safety certificate.

“So many people tell me to look at other major schemes that run late and, whilst I know it happens often, we are still hugely frustrated.”

“It is important, however, to recognise the sheer complexity of the scheme,” he added.

“It will be one of the first fully-integrated digital stadiums and will also be required to meet the latest and most stringent safety regulations.

“Once again I want to apologise to fans and to thank you for your ongoing support.

“We have a busy time ahead both on and off the pitch, particularly after last night’s amazing qualification for the last 16 of the Champions League.