UNITED FREEZE SEASON TICKET PRICE AGAIN
UNITED have confirmed their plans for the sale of season tickets for the 2021/22 campaign, which include a price freeze and a range of payment options.
The Reds are planning for a return to normality at Old Trafford, in line with the government’s road map for the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, and that includes the sale of season tickets for next term.
For the 10th successive year season ticket prices will be frozen, while the club have confirmed that pro-rata refunds or rebates will be offered if games are forced behind closed doors again.
Richard Arnold, group managing director, said: “This past year has tested all of our resilience. Fans have missed being at Old Trafford and we have missed them being there.
“While we will continue to plan for every eventuality, we are announcing our plans for season ticket holders for next season with optimism that this will be a fresh start and a long-awaited step towards normality.
“Season ticket prices have been frozen for the 2021/22 season, as part of our ongoing commitment to fair pricing that has been a fundamental part of our ticketing policy for some time.
“This marks the 10th successive season that the club has kept prices frozen in general admission areas of the stadium.”
Existing season ticket holders have until April 30 to provide an indication to United of their intention to renew.
The renewal process then goes live on June 7, with a deadline of June 30. United have also worked with MUST and other fan groups to design a range of payment initiatives. Those who have not yet cashed-in their refund from 2019/20 will be able to carry their rebate over, to be used towards their 2021/22 renewal, while there is also an option to take one season out and retain previous loyalty privileges earned when buying a new seat for 2022/23.
Supporters who have been unable to obtain finance via the club’s buy-nowpay-later programme will be able to renew with an interest-free instalment plan. While the club is working towards having Old Trafford back to full capacity again in time for the new season, Arnold has confirmed plans will be made and refunds put in place if restrictions are required.
“Our policy for season ticket holders is fair and simple - fans will only pay for matches that they are entitled to attend if capacity restrictions are required,” he said.
The pandemic will mean some changes to the matchday experience at Old Trafford, with stadium safety and Covid-19 protocols a priority for next season.
“The last year has demonstrated the ability of Premier League clubs to deliver bio-secure, safe events and we are committed to creating a safe experience for all those who attend future matches at Old Trafford,” said Arnold.
“A new Supporters’ Code of Conduct and a range of health and safety measures have already been communicated to our fans. We are eager to be reunited with them and to see the new stadium operation in action, potentially towards the end of this season.”