Newcastle is already home to one of the largest arenas in the UK but a new riverside arena is in the planning stages on the Gateshead side of the Tyne.
After initial setbacks the new arena, which is expected to be in place next to the Sage in Gateshead, is thought to be part of a new second stage of Quayside development. This will start with a major riverside conference centre.
But how does Newcastle’s current arena compare to the new venue and other similar sites across the country?
5. Resorts World Arena Birmingham
Staying in the Midlands, Birmingham's Resorts World Arena has a capacity of 15,685 people. Photo: Google
6. P&J Live, Aberdeen
Up in Scotland, Aberdeen's P&J Live has a capacity of 15,000 | Google
7. SEC Hydro Glasgow
Glasgow's SEC Hydro has a capacity of 14,300. (Photo by Peter Summers/Getty Images) Photo: Peter Summers
8. First Direct Arena Leeds
First Direct Arena in Leeds has a capacity of 13,781. Photo: Google