Man United have had 2 successful friendly matches in the US, when they defeated West Ham 2-1 and Bournemouth 4-1 respectively. Notably, in the win over Bournemouth, the Old Trafford team did not use the two newly bought newly expensive new players, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
With what they have shown, Man United is expected to play well in the coming season. In the 2024-2025 season, they are only 15th in the Premier League - their worst domestic record since 2014.
According to Diago Dalot, compared to last season, Man United has had a big change, especially the mentality inside the dressing room. I think we have created a team that knows how to fight for each other.
There is still a long way to go, but there are signs that Man United have fought for each other more, played more fiercely.
Ruben Amorim is very determined with his choices. He has decided to leave Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, Jadon Sancho and Tyrell Malacia out of the squad to travel to the US and let these players go looking for new teams.
Marcus Rashford, a player with no future at Old Trafford, has recently moved to Barcelona on loan.
Like Dalot, defender Luke Shaw supports Amorim in clearing the dressing room, raising the team's standards.
He said: Amorim has a very clear message that if you want to stay at Man United, you have to meet some standards. If you cant achieve that, then this is not the place for you.
For his part, Amorim said he was satisfied with the efforts of the players after the two friendly matches that have passed. This is just pre-season, but it feels like Man United are like another team with the old players, playing now, he said. And that is a good sign.
The Portuguese tactician is also happy with three new signings, Matheus Cunha, Diego Leon and Bryan Mbuemo. Both have not scored for their new team, but according to Amorim, they will have a positive impact on Man United when the Premier League 2025-2026 season officially takes place.
I am really satisfied with the players I had last season. They are improving. Man United look like a different team. Hopefully that will continue.
I also praise Bryan, Matheus, even Diego. You can see, he's a smart guy. For a player from Paraguay, playing in the Premier League, he is really strong, Amorim added.
With rookie Mbeumo, he will have the opportunity to debut for Man United in a friendly match against Everton, taking place at 4:00 a.m. on August 4.
