In March, the Premier League club confirmed plans for a 100,000-seater ground - which would be the biggest in the UK - close to their current Old Trafford home, and now they have revealed they hope to host the final of the competition in 10 years time.

The UK is the sole bidder for the 2035 tournament, which is expected to be held across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Lord Seb Coe - who was the leader of the Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force and now hair-Designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation for the Old Trafford Regeneration Project - has detailed the plans.

He said in a statement: “Working with Trafford Council and the Mayor, there’s huge potential to bring new homes and jobs to the area around the Manchester United stadium.

"And looking ahead, I see a chance to bring the FIFA Women’s World Cup to a new Old Trafford Stadium in 2035.

"The home nations are the sole bidder, which presents a rare opportunity to bid to host the global football family."

It's believed at least eight stadiums will be used for the Women's World Cup in a decade's time, including five that already exist.

Lord Coe has experience in this field, having chaired London's successful 2012 Olympic and Paralympic bid.

He added: "Throughout my career, I’ve seen the difference that sports-led regeneration can make in fostering strong communities and acting as a catalyst for economic growth.

"That was certainly true of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics – and now, I believe, Greater Manchester’s moment has come."

United chief executive Omar Berrada commented: "The continuity it brings for the wider project will be a huge positive.

"In addition, Lord Coe's proven leadership and track record in delivering transformational projects will be invaluable as we work together to turn our collective vision into reality."