The stadium issue: we have to get it right Si Steers discusses the importance of FSG making a decision on the new stadium, or redevelopment of Anfield, this year -- before we are left behind by more of our rivals. It has been the single biggest issue in the recent history of Liverpool Football Club. It has held the club back for a generation as politics and finances have all prevented the club from making any kind of progress; the only outputs being rhetoric and architect drawings. Whilst our rivals have all been progressive in stadium strategy Liverpool are still looking at options. Of course, there have been mitigating factors. But after 12 months at the club I would expect FSG to be making an announcement on the stadium this year. Economics The reason the stadium solution is absolutely critical to the future of the club is simple economics. Every single season for each home game we are already losing 1m per game to United and Arsenal who both have stadiums fit for the 21st Century. In terms of capacity: Anfield is behind Old Trafford, the Emirates, City of Manchester Stadium, and even St James Park (Sports Direct Arena). Both Chelsea and Tottenham are both looking at stadium solutions; the longer we sit still, the further we will fall behind our rivals. With financial fair play coming into force it is important that we secure revenue streams that are going to enable the club to be competitive on the pitch.