THE Sydney Roosters, Waratahs and Sydney FC have combined forces to condemn the possibility that they could be forced out of Allianz Stadium while a new stadium is built.

The possibility has been mooted that the stadium’s three major tenants could be displaced for up to three years if the current facility is demolished to make way for a new stadium on the same site.

The three clubs from the three different football codes on Monday night released a combined statement strongly opposing a new stadium on the same site, raising concerns for their long-term existence if they are forced away from their home base.

“It was the clear understanding of all three clubs up until today that there would be a new stadium built — without interruption to Allianz Stadium’s operations,” the statement said.

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The Waratahs aren’t keen to move away from Allianz Stadium. Source: News Corp Australia

“If the New South Wales government is unable to achieve this, then our overriding preference is for a major renovation of the existing stadium.

“We strongly oppose a new stadium on the existing site, as a forced relocation out of Allianz Stadium for four seasons will be disastrous for all three clubs, their respective members and fans.”

The stadium plan has copped criticism from a number of quarters, with a number of NRL clubs particularly strong in their opposition as the future of their suburban home grounds was placed under threat.

This latest statement is a massive blow to plans for the new stadium, with the support of the major tenants critical to any potential development.

The statement cited recent redevelopments of the SCG, MCG and Adelaide Oval as proof that the total demolition of the existing stadium was unnecesarry.

Sydney FC games are well supported at Allianz Stadium. Source: Getty Images

“The damage that would be caused to the three clubs would extend well-beyond the four year construction period, as it would take many years to fully recover and would require major levels of compensation for impacted clubs,” the statement said.

“It is well-known in the sports industry that maintaining crowds is a worldwide challenge which would only be exacerbated if an Allianz Stadium shut down for a period of time were to occur.

“Research indicates that when teams are displaced from their established home ground, the impact is negative and of a long-term nature.

“Some clubs never recover.”