Ruben Amorim admitted Manchester United lacked pace and need to improve in the final third, as they began their preseason campaign with a goalless draw against Leeds.

I think Matheus Cunha showed what we need; that he's the player when he receives the ball between the lines, he can be really aggressive in the direction of the opponent.” Amorim acknowledged that his team have “a lot to do” and that United must improve their quality in the final third following a “big test” against Daniel Farke’s Championship-winning side.

FC Barcelona are in advanced stages of completing the signing of England forward Marcus Rashford on loan. Barcelona, who have actively been scouring the transfer market for a left forward, have made an offer to bring Rashford on board for the 2025-26 season,