Everton have officially marked the start of their move to Bramley-Moore Dock.
Several figures from the Blues’ hierarchy joined key planning, construction and engineering partners to break ground at the site in the north Liverpool docks.
An Everton-branded excavator made the first incision into the eastern quayside at Bramley-Moore Dock to herald the start of work on the 52,888-capacity venue.
Ownership of the site was transferred over to Everton at the end of July with contractors Laing O’Rourke putting in place
Everton chairman Bill Kenwright said: “This is a momentous day. One that we have all been waiting for.
“To know that Evertonians and the people of this great city are together with us on this journey is a special feeling.
“Now that the work has commenced we can all watch our magnificent home as it comes to life.
“In a few years’ time we will, of course, be bidding the fondest farewell imaginable to our cherished home at Goodison Park.
“That sad day will be made easier because we know we are going to an astonishing new stadium that will bring our fans and their children – and their children’s children – the kind of joy throughout the next century that we have all shared in Liverpool 4.”