Not alone The Red Devils are struggling on the pitch, but pest controllers have become regular visitors at Old Trafford in recent weeks.
Manchester United are not having the best of times at the moment, despite the arrival of Rúben Amorim as head coach and last weekend's victory over Manchester City. The Red Devils were beaten 3-0 by Bournemouth on Sunday, a result that leaves them 13th in the Premier League, 17 points behind leaders Liverpool. And now they can add mouse poop to their problems.
According to British media outlet Daily Mail, hygiene inspectors discovered mouse droppings in corporate suites and a food kiosk during a recent visit to Old Trafford.
As a result, the stadium's hygiene rating has dropped from four stars (out of five) to just two; most Premier League clubs have a five-star hygiene rating. Another area where United are falling behind.
As a result, pest controllers are said to be visiting Old Trafford four to five times a week to combat the problem, which the club claims stems from the stadium's proximity to the Bridgewater Canal and a railway line.
The lack of investment from the iconic Old Trafford
Old Trafford is one of the most iconic stadiums in England and beyond, hosting matches during the 1966 World Cup and the 1996 European Championship, as well as the 2003 Champions League final.
However, the Glazer family, United's owners, have been criticized for their lack of investment in the stadium in recent years. Videos on social media have shown significant leaks in the roof, with Amorim's press conference after the defeat to Bournemouth interrupted by water dripping from the ceiling into the media room.
Despite being England's largest club stadium by capacity, Old Trafford was not included in the list of venues for the 2028 European Championship, which will be held in England, Scotland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland.
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