After a title-winning season and two relegations, Leicester City find themselves in a position where current sporting priorities often overshadow infrastructure issues. However, plans for the King Power Stadium remain on the table and continue to attract attention.

Great ambitions of owners

The Srivaddhanaprabha family, who run Leicester City through King Power International Group, have long declared a long-term approach to the club’s development. Alongside investments in the squad, stadium expansion has always been a key element of their strategy. As Adam Williams, lead financial expert at EFL Analysis, notes, the LCFC owners ultimately want to see a tangible return on their spending. Increasing matchday revenue is one of the main tools that could make this possible.

A return to the Premier League remains the primary sporting objective. To achieve it, the owners also need to invest in the stadium’s surroundings. Infrastructure development is viewed as a necessary step for Leicester to maintain long-term competitiveness.

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When could works begin?

According to Williams, the expansion of King Power Stadium is still on the agenda, even if little has been heard of it recently. He points out that the building permit granted by Leicester City Council is only valid until December 2027. This means the club must begin construction before that date, unless they decide to submit a new application later.

The latest on the stadium expansion and redevelopment as far as I’m aware is that it’s not going to start until at least 2026. The club has got planning permission for Leicester City Council, which is valid until December 2027, so work would need to start before then unless they reapply for planning permission thereafter, explained Williams.

Although no official date has been announced, from a formal standpoint 2026 appears the most likely starting point. Still, the financial aspect cannot be ignored. Williams warns that, given the owners’ current difficulties, postponing the project remains a real possibility.

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