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Man United Kick Off Pre-Season, Sign Santos, Ederson Deal Falters

7/13/2026

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Manchester United, led by manager Michael Carrick, began pre-season training for the season.
United confirmed the £50 million signing of midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea.
A £35 million transfer for Atalanta forward Ederson collapsed after medical issues, though the club said it could be revived.
United may start midfielder Mason Mount in games on July 18, July 24 and August 1 as they scout Joao Gomes, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Manu Kone and Alex Scott.

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Manchester United, led by manager Michael Carrick, began pre-season training for the season.
United confirmed the £50 million signing of midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea.
A £35 million transfer for Atalanta forward Ederson collapsed after medical issues, though the club said it could be revived.
United may start midfielder Mason Mount in games on July 18, July 24 and August 1 as they scout Joao Gomes, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Manu Kone and Alex Scott.