The redevelopment project for Stadio Luigi Ferraris is moving forward, with detailed plans presented in a municipal commission outlining a modernized, multi-purpose venue designed to serve both sporting and commercial purposes.
Mixed-use design without large retail footprint
The project will introduce specialized commercial areas focused on sport and health-related services rather than large retail outlets. Plans explicitly exclude supermarkets and large shopping centers, aiming to preserve the surrounding neighborhood’s commercial balance.
Instead, the stadium will feature curated retail spaces such as merchandise stores and sports medicine facilities, alongside dedicated leisure areas spanning over 2,000 square meters.
Premium experiences with skyboxes and panoramic access
One of the key upgrades includes the addition of skyboxes and panoramic stairways, enhancing the premium matchday experience. These elements are designed to increase hospitality revenue while improving spectator comfort and viewing angles.
Club heritage highlighted through museums
The redevelopment will incorporate dedicated museum spaces for both Genoa C.F.C. and U.C. Sampdoria, reinforcing the stadium’s identity as a cultural and historical hub for football in the city.
Increased capacity and improved infrastructure
The renovated stadium is expected to reach a capacity of approximately 31,603 spectators. This increase will be achieved through modifications such as expanding seating depth from 60 to 70 centimeters and optimizing evacuation routes for safety and compliance.
Additional upgrades include new locker rooms, enhanced media facilities, and a modern control room to support operations and broadcasting requirements.
Public ownership with long-term investment model
The project is estimated to cost around €100 million, with funding largely supported by the city’s football clubs. The stadium will remain publicly owned, with a 99-year surface concession granted under a financial model that includes an initial period of reduced or no rent in exchange for investment commitments, followed by an annual fee.
Alignment with UEFA standards and Euro 2032 ambitions
The redevelopment aims to bring the stadium up to UEFA Category 4 standards, aligning with broader infrastructure goals tied to Italy’s potential hosting of EURO 2032.
A key milestone in the process is the planned approval of the technical and economic feasibility project by July 31, 2026, which will help define the next phases of construction and implementation.