Updated as of 16:35 GMT:
“?Old Trafford has been evacuated after a code red siren was heard over the PA system ahead of Manchester United’s game with Bournemouth.
The Red Devils host the Cherries in a crunch clash on the last day of the season as Louis van Gaal’s side look to attempt to steal a top four spot from rivals Man City.
As of yet, the reasons behind the evacuation are not yet known, but Sky Sports have claimed there will now be a 45-minute delay to the kick off time.
Sections of Old Trafford being evacuated. A ‘Code Red’ warning has just been announced over the stadium PA #MUFC
Despite the announcement of a code red siren, fans have been urged to remain calm.
15:08 GMT
The club have now reported that a suspect package has been found, causing two stands to be evacuated.
The game was abandoned just eight-minutes after it was scheduled to kick off, with security fears over the safety of the supporters.
Man United saying suspect package found in North West Corner of Old Trafford. Police on way.
Breaking: Man Utd v Bournemouth match is postponed. Security concerns over “suspect package” #MUFC #AFCB
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Stewards outside announce game is abandoned #mufc
15:38 GMT
It now appears that the Bomb Squad branch of the police are at the scene and that they may have to carry out a controlled explosion on the package.
Told by reliable sources that bomb squad in attendance at OT. Relates to mobile phone device. Might have to carry out controlled explosion.
16:00 GMT”?
The Premier League have released a statement citing fan safety following the abandonment of the game.
Following the abandonment of #MUNBOU, the Premier League has issued the following statement… pic.twitter.com/ra4zOaWIwr
16:35 GMT
Various reports now that an explosive device was indeed found at Old Trafford have been circulating, with military presence and a controlled explosion expected to happen imminently.
BREAKING.Package found on floor 5 of Sir Alex Ferguson stand. @talkSPORT ON AIR LIVE
BREAKING. Military imminent at Old Trafford.@talkSPORT ON AIR LIVE
There will be more on this story as it develops…
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