As we enter the summer, Manchester United's reinforcements have yet to be finalized, but their preparations for the tournament have not been slowed down. Next week, half of the main players will return to the Carrington base and start a compact 25-day schedule, playing seven consecutive pre-season warm-up matches. It is reported that the Red Devils have already flown more than 24,000 kilometers in their pre-season campaign, leading all teams in the Premier League.
Although the season has just come to an end, Manchester United's preparations for the new season are already underway. According to the Manchester Evening News, the team plans to recall players in two batches, with those without international commitments going into training next week. Stars such as Hualani, Anthony Madill, Chaton Sinzu, Fite and Yunbishaka are among the names on the list. The return of Lisindo Martinez and Yumdibik from injury and the return of Amit Diarlo will also join the preparation squad.
For the 15 international players including Bono Fernandes, Rashford and Gisdian Aleksson who participated in the international tournament, they will return to the team on July 10 to ensure enough rest time. Coach Tannhäuser also expects to welcome new recruits by then, with England midfielder Mason Mount the team's top target.
Manchester United have become the busiest pre-season preparation team in the entire Premier League, according to The Sun. The first warm-up game will be against Leeds United in Norway on July 12, while the final game will be against Bilbao on August 6 in Ireland. In between, the team will travel to the United States to play four games, including back-to-back matches against Westham and Real Madrid in a 24-hour period, racking up more than 24,000 kilometers in flight.
Recently, it has been reported that Tannhäuser has arranged a tough "hell special training" for his players, the intensity of which can be compared to the British Army's Special Air Service (SAS) exercises. Sources close to the matter said that Tanhag hopes to improve the players' stamina to cope with the fierce competition in the Premier League and UEFA Europa League in the new season. United's first Premier League match of the new season will be in the early hours of August 15 when they host Wolves.
