Molineux (pictured) has a current capacity of 31,700 and Wolves have long-term plans to expand this to as high as 50,000. Photo: Getty Images Wolves have put their plans to transform Molineux into a 50,000-seater on hold due to the extent of the project. After receiving planning permission for stadium expansion on 14 February 2014, City announced their intention to begin construction of a third tier of seating on the South Stand only. It should be balanced towards the achievement on the pitch." In January, it was reported by The Athletic that these long-term plans, while still in place, have been put on hold as the club explores more short-term solutions. "Expansion will be step by step. There have been suggestions the club has been looking elsewhere for a new stadium site but Shi confirmed: "The plan is to stay at Molineux. Wolverhampton Wanderers have announced plans to redevelop and increase capacity of their Molineux … The Premier League side last year revealed ambitions to significantly expand the stadium by rebuilding the Steve Bull Stand (taking capacity to 38,000), Jack … We have to use the summer time to do it but we have the plan. The reduced stadium capacity and consequent loss of matchday revenue caused by knocking down the Steve Bull Stand would be too great, according to the Athletic. Wolves put stadium expansion on hold. Image caption Wolves have previously unveiled a long-term vision of Molineux .
23 January 2020 9:10 AM.
23 January 2020 9:10 AM.