United have confirmed they will pursuing the new £2billion ground as part of a wider regeneration project.

Options to increase capacity to 87,000 at the existing stadium or build a new ground which could hold 100,000 fans are on the table.

A task force is examining the feasibility of a new stadium versus the redevelopment of Old Trafford.

The funding required to rebuild the stadium in time for the tournament is not in place, prompting concerns

The PA news agency understands Real have approached organisers UEFA with the request.

The Premier League giants announced on Friday that a task force has been formed aimed at exploring options to regenerate the Old Trafford area.