Supporter groups accuse Manchester United of exploiting their fans after taking a mid-season decision to raise matchday ticket prices.

Manchester United have been branded “offensive” for hiking ticket prices while the season is underway and using financial regulations as an excuse. The Manchester United Supporters Trust (MUST) also criticised the club for failing to consult fans on a move that eliminates concessions for children and over-65s.

Manchester United have raised the cost of tickets for members to £66 and removed concession prices for the rest of this season. The decision has been greeted with dismay by the supporters’ trust, which fears this is the first step before “a significant price rise” next season.

Manchester United supporters are planning to stage a protest against ticket prices ahead of their Premier League match against Everton on Sunday after the club announced plans to remove concession prices for the rest of this season.

Manchester United face a backlash from supporter groups after increasing the price of member tickets to £66 and removing concessions for children and pensioners.

Manchester United decided to raise match tickets for Members to £66 per game for the remainder of the season, without consulting any of the recognised fan groups.