Rest of Manchester United squad return after tournament exertions

It has been a busy summer for Manchester United players but the last members of the international contingent have reported back for training ahead of the Community Shield against Man City.

Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Facundo Pellistri and Luke Shaw reported for testing at Carrington on Monday morning, as per ManUtd.com. All players were given extra time off following the tournament exertions with their respective countries.

The Reds welcomed back Altay Bayindir, Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho to training last Friday.

England duo Mainoo and Shaw helped England reach the Euro 2024 final, while Lisandro Martinez was key in Argentina’s Copa America triumph.

Buzzing to be back 🐝🫶#MUFC pic.twitter.com/5VBxOIVP3w

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 5, 2024

Pellistri also featured at Copa America, representing a Marcelo Bielsa-inspired Uruguay side.

This means Erik ten Hag can return from the US tour to work with his entire squad ahead of the challenges that await us.

United take on Man City in the Community Shield on Saturday. The Wembley showdown kicks-off at 3 pm and presents an opportunity to get one over our rivals before the competition campaign begins.

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