As if faltering results on the field and a leaking roof were not enough to deal with, Manchester United are now tackling an infestation of mice at Old Trafford, according to a newspaper report.
The Daily Mail stated that the issue had caused the club's food hygiene rating to drop to two stars out of a possible five.
United are currently considering whether to redevelop Old Trafford or build a brand-new stadium.
"Manchester United implements a robust pest-control system throughout Old Trafford," a club spokesperson told the Mail.
"Multiple weekly checks are made in all catering areas, and stringent measures are taken to ensure hygiene and cleanliness are maintained wherever food is stored, prepared, and served.
"If incidents of this nature occur at the stadium, immediate and appropriate action is taken."
A Trafford Council spokesperson said: "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."
United, who sacked manager Erik ten Hag earlier this season, suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to Bournemouth on Sunday. This loss left the former Premier League giants languishing in 13th place on the table.
During new manager Ruben Amorim's post-match press conference, a leak from the ceiling of the media room at Old Trafford caused water to drip onto the front row of journalists.
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