With some unexpected additions and omissions, Manchester United has unveiled a 31-man roster for their preseason tour of the United States. The team, managed by Erik ten Hag, will take on Borussia Dortmund in Las Vegas, Real Madrid in Houston, and Arsenal in New Jersey. The team’s youth players will also compete against Wrexham there.
Mason Greenwood, who was initially excluded from the trip owing to a disciplinary issue, is one of the most significant additions. Greenwood’s inclusion in the team, though, implies that the organization is open to giving the young striker another opportunity to demonstrate his value. Greenwood was apparently informed that he is still a part of the club’s plans after meeting with the club’s executives.
Andre Onana, the custodian, will travel with the team as soon as possible to the United States after agreeing to join Manchester United from Inter Milan for an initial cost of 51 million euros (£43.8 million), with the possibility of a further 4 million euros (£3.4 million) in add-ons. Onana, who was at Carrington on Wednesday for his medical and immigration process, has agreed to a five-year deal with the possibility of an additional season.
Not all of the preseason tour news is good, though. Eric Bailly, a defender, has been informed that Ten Hag does not have him in mind and that he will not be joining the pre-season group. The 29-year-old played for Marseille on loan during the previous season and is now anticipated to sign with another team this summer. The fact that Bailly was left off the roster suggests that Ten Hag wants to reorganize the squad to fit his goals.
Donny van de Beek, who scored the lone goal for United against Lyon, has been added to the squad and might get another chance under Ten Hag. This was a significant event for me, Van de Beek said to MUTV. We’re keeping things open, but there’s still a potential that I move.”
As Manchester United gets ready for the upcoming season, the preseason tour will be vital. The players will have the chance to win over Ten Hag and earn a spot on the team. Additionally, it will offer the newcomers an opportunity to fit in with the group and learn how to play in Ten Hag’s system.