Manchester United reportedly have a mice problem at Old Trafford. Hygiene inspectors discovered mouse droppings on a recent inspection of the Premier League club’s stadium.

It is claimed that evidence of mouse activity was found in corporate suites and in a kiosk selling food to fans on matchdays. United were subsequently handed a two-star hygiene rating, well short of the maximum of five.

The hygiene inspectors have ordered improvements to be made. United previously had a four-star rating prior to the incident.

Club chiefs are working with pest control partners and the local council to resolve the issue. The problem is said to be linked to the stadium’s proximity to a canal and a railway line. It is a particular dilemma in the winter as the rodents seek warmer areas.

United had previously seen their hygiene rating slashed to a dismal one star after visitors on a corporate event were served uncooked chicken. It was subsequently raised to four stars.

A club spokesperson told the Daily Mail: “Manchester United implements a robust pest-control system throughout Old Trafford.

“Multiple weekly checks are made in all catering areas and stringent measures are taken to ensure levels of hygiene and cleanliness are high wherever food is stored, prepared and served.

“If incidences of this nature do occur at the stadium, immediate and appropriate action is taken.”

A spokesperson for Trafford Council added: “Our environmental health officers gave a food hygiene rating of two following a routine visit. We are now working closely with Manchester United to ensure it complies with the rating and carries out the necessary improvements.”

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