Feyenoord Plans 10,000 Extra Seats and Renovations at De Kuip

Feyenoord, now the official owner of De Kuip, has revealed a package of stadium upgrades that includes 10,000 additional seats, new entry gates and upgraded catering facilities. The club also pledged a comprehensive overhaul of lingering maintenance issues and a shift to self‑scan turnstiles within the next few years.

Earlier this month Feyenoord secured a majority shareholding, turning a decades‑long ambition into reality. All shareholders approved the merger of club and stadium after months of negotiations.

Stadium director Lilian de Leeuw explained the effort, saying, "Achter de schermen is er meer dan twee jaar aan gewerkt. Dat kostte wel wat slapeloze nachten". de Leeuw noted that the extensive planning spanned technical models, financial scenarios and area‑development concepts.

A full demolition and rebuild has not been ruled out, but most studies focus on preserving and modernising the existing structure. de Leeuw highlighted that recent years saw work on construction models, budgeting options and surrounding district plans.

Architect Nanne de Ru has already presented a radical refurbishment blueprint that would create space for thousands of extra supporters. The board intends to consult various parties and experts before a final decision is taken.

In the short term supporters will notice new turnstiles replacing the ageing rotating gates that frequently malfunction. The Kuip aims to introduce self‑scan gates within a few years as spare parts become scarce.

The pitch is also being upgraded with a new hybrid grass system. Installation is scheduled for July, when the surface is expected to be ready for match play.