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Newcastle could eventually have the second-biggest ground in the Premier League as they explore a massive expansion plan.<\/p>\n

St James\u2019 Park currently has a healthy capacity of just over 52,000, making it the seventh-biggest stadium in the top flight. However, with St James\u2019 regularly selling out, it still isn\u2019t big enough to accommodate the Geordie hordes.<\/p>\n

Therefore, the Magpies have launched a feasibility study looking into how the Gallowgate End and East Stand could be expanded, reports The Telegraph. It is estimated, if those stands can be enhanced, the capacity could rise to around 65,000, creating a bowl-like venue. <\/p>\n

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If the plans come to fruition, it would make St James\u2019 the second-biggest club ground in the country and third-biggest football stadium in the UK, with just Wembley and Manchester United\u2019s Old Trafford ahead of it. But before the ambitious plans can go forward, Newcastle are waiting to hear back from architects about what is possible, add The Telegraph. <\/p>\n

Given the Magpies\u2019 Saudi backing, cost is unlikely to be a stumbling block but building on land outside the stadium could present issues. The East Stand, where work could begin, has listed buildings directly behind it. Meanwhile, the club recently bought land behind the Gallowgate End, where a new fan zone is under construction and due to open in 2024. Therefore, it is said the club would prefer to develop the East Stand first.<\/p>\n

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The Newcastle board will reportedly consider all options but they are determined to increase capacity somehow given the huge clamour for tickets. Manager Eddie Howe has admitted he would welcome an increased capacity.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cI\u2019d love to see it expanded. If it can be done, I\u2019m sure the club will do it at some point. That\u2019s very much the club\u2019s philosophy.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf we can push things forward and improve things for the supporters, for everybody, the club will do it. But it\u2019s not simple, it\u2019s not a simple process but we would love to get more supporters inside the stadium.\u201d<\/p>\n

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