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Dan Meis reveals whether Everton can expand Hill Dickinson Stadium

Everton could increase the capacity of Hill Dickinson Stadium in the future, but architect Dan Meis has warned that adding several thousand seats would be “very challenging”. Meis addressed one of the questions that has followed Everton throughout the development…

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 3:30 PM
Dan Meis reveals whether Everton can expand Hill Dickinson Stadium
Key Things to Know
  • Architect Dan Meis stated expanding Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium is technically possible but would be very challenging.
  • Meis cited the stadium's roof design and neighbouring site constraints as major obstacles to adding extra seating.
  • The venue's current capacity is set at 52,769 seats, with no expansion project currently planned by the club.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Architect Dan Meis has stated that expanding Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium is technically possible but would be very challenging. Speaking on the Royal Blue podcast, the American architect addressed long-standing questions regarding whether the club's new home could eventually add several thousand seats beyond its current 52,769 capacity.

Meis explained that the design of the stadium's roof and site constraints around neighbouring properties at the north end complicate any future additions. He clarified that no expansion is currently planned, reiterating his original preference to build a venue that could remain consistently full.

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