A dead rat was found under a Manchester United fan's seat at Old Trafford, just days after reports of a rodent infestation at a nearby cafe.
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Following reports that a United-themed cafe close to Old Trafford was recently forced to close over a rat infestation, it seems the issue has reached the club's famous stadium after a fan posted a photo showing a dead rodent underneath his seat during the Europa League tie against Bodo/Glimt on Thursday evening.
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The photo is spreading across social media, with the fan writing: "#mufc will let anyone in Old Trafford for £66, including dead animals apparently."
WHAT HAS BEEN SAID
A club source has told GOAL that United has an external contract with a pest control company, which carries out regular inspections around the grounds. The contractor works with various departments across the club, including facilities management and catering, to try to mitigate any issues.
However, Old Trafford is located between a railway line and a canal, areas that attract rodents, and the cold weather also entices them to enter buildings and covered areas to stay warm.
DID YOU KNOW?
While Ruben Amorim celebrated his first win in charge on Thursday, it's been a difficult week off the pitch after the club announced that some prices will increase for all remaining home tickets this season. A protest will be held outside Old Trafford ahead of Sunday's game against Everton.