Agreement signed for Cardiff Blues to share new stadium

Last updated : 19 September 2007 By Michael Morris
An official announcement has been made by Cardiff City, The Blues and the Council.

Speaking to the official website www.cardiffcityfc.co.uk Peter Ridsdale said

"On behalf of Cardiff City Football Club I am delighted that an agreement has been reached whereby Cardiff Blues will use the new stadium at Leckwith as their home ground."

"This arrangement makes total sense to everyone in professional sport both in and outside the city of Cardiff. Our new stadium will be something that everyone in the city of Cardiff will be proud of, and this agreement ensures that professional sport within the city and indeed far beyond can be seen to be prospering side by side."

The full article from Cardiff City can be found here.

Blues Chief Executive Robert Norster wrote via the Blues website to their supporters explaining their take on matters. In his letter he says

"Following an extended period of negotiation, I can confirm that Cardiff Blues and Cardiff City Football Club have signed a detailed Heads of Terms agreement to share the new stadium at Leckwith.

"The modern stadium will provide a new beginning not to mention first class facilities for our shareholders, supporters, sponsors and players alike. Improved services for younger fans, families and disabled visitors will also provide the safe and comfortable surroundings expected from today's professional sports arenas."

The full report from Cardiff Blues can be found here.

Rodney Berman speaking on behalf of the council said

"I'm pleased that the teams have come together and reached this historic agreement.

"Both teams are expected to start their 2009 / 2010 campaigns in the new stadium.