The next stage of Ebbsfleet United's stadium development is expected to start in the early part of the season.

Demolition of the old Plough End will make way for a new stand and hotel on the southern side of Stonebridge Road.

Increased capacity at the Swanscombe End means the ground will still hold the requisite 4,000 while the Plough End is out of action.

Ebbsfleet owner Dr Abdulla al-Humaidi confirmed: "Next is the Plough End.

"We’ll be developing a new stand along with an integrated hotel. This is the next step.

"In terms of timing, it’s unclear but we hope to start in the next couple of months.

"We don’t have a set time but we look forward to starting in the next couple of months."