Talks are being held over the future of Gateshead International Stadium after the local authority revealed running the venue over the next 10 years will cost "a minimum" of £12m.
Gateshead Council's cabinet voted on Tuesday to start collaborating with Gateshead College to negotiate a new operating model for the iconic venue.
A review of the stadium was launched while the future of Birtley Swimming Pool and Gateshead Leisure Centre was also being considered. However, the review of the stadium was a separate undertaking and started in February this year.
