Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium has quickly established itself as one of the top venues in world football.
While leaving Goodison Park was always going to be an emotional decision, there’s no denying the move has made a massive impact on the club’s financial health. The 52,000-seat stadium has given Everton a major boost off the pitch.
The additional revenue is clear. Everton are bringing in around £40m more each year thanks to larger crowds and better commercial deals at their new home.
This season, average attendances have climbed from 39,191 to 52,170, putting Everton up there with some of the biggest clubs in England.
They currently sit eighth for average attendance in the Premier League, just behind Newcastle United and Manchester City.
Everton considering expanding Hill Dickinson Stadium
There are reports suggesting that Everton could look to expand the Hill Dickinson Stadium before the European Championships in 2028.
The stadium is set to host five matches during the tournament, and there are early discussions about increasing its capacity to a possible 62,000.
Of course, any expansion plans would depend on how things play out on the pitch. If the club were relegated, it is hard to imagine those plans moving forward.
But with Everton currently looking more up than down under David Moyes, the focus is firmly on pushing for a place in Europe.
The Scotsman has said he is aiming for European qualification and right now they are not far off it.
They sit eighth in the table, only three points behind seventh-placed Brentford with plenty still to play for this season.
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