Manchester United players continued their pre-season preparations on Monday morning with their first friendly fixture just around the corner.
Erik ten Hag's men travel to Oslo on Wednesday to face fierce rivals Leeds United. The fixture will mark the Reds' first match since they lost the FA Cup Final to Manchester City on June 3.
New additions have been hard to come by for United fans but Ten Hag dipped into the transfer market for the first time last week when he brought in Mason Mount from Chelsea. The attacking midfielder has settled in well at Carrington and appears to have taken a youngster under his wing this pre-season.
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Here is what MEN Sport spotted in today's training session.
Mount and Hannibal bonding
He may have only just joined but Mount is already taking on the responsibilities associated with being a senior player. In training on Monday, the 24-year-old was seen spending time with Hannibal Mejbri as the pair prepare for the new season.
Last season, Hannibal made 41 appearances on loan at Birmingham City and it is understood Ten Hag will be assessing him before deciding on where he will spend this year.
Amad keen to impress
Another man who was out on loan in the Championship last season was Amad. The former Atalanta winger enjoyed a career resurgence at Sunderland contributing 14 goals as the Black Cats fell just short of promotion.
Many United fans are keen for the Ivorian to gain a chance at Old Trafford but, like Hannibal, he will be assessed during the tour before an eventual decision is made.
Martinez continues his recovery
Lisandro Martinez missed the end of last season after fracturing his metatarsal in April. Thankfully, the Argentine returned to Carrington last week ready to resume training with his teammates.
This recovery work continued on Monday as he joined his fellow United players in drills. It will be interesting to see if he is fit enough to start on Wednesday.
Henderson joins the 'keepers
Following David de Gea's departure on Saturday, Dean Henderson is now the likely starting goalkeeper against Leeds in midweek. While he is almost guaranteed to start in Norway, the former Nottingham Forest loanee is unlikely to be the No.1 when the season kicks off in August.
MEN Sport understands a deal for Andre Onana is progressing and the Reds are confident of completing the purchase. Should he sign, the Englishman may wish to move for more first team football.
Van de Beek back at Carrington
Another man returning from injury is Dutch midfielder Donny van de Beek. This pre-season really feels like make or break for Ten Hag's former Ajax star.
The 26-year-old made just ten appearances last year before injury curtailed his campaign. Van de Beek must impress quickly or it may be curtains for his United career.
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