Football NewsSky SportsUnverified sourceVia Danyal Khan· 17 Aug 2026
Man Utd's pre-season: High press, left-back need, Zirkzee role
United's pre-season ended with a 4-2 loss to Milan, exposing a high line and left-back gap.
Manchester United
team
Pre-season result
4-2 defeat to AC Milan
Standout players
Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo
New role?
Joshua Zirkzee as No 10 cover
What happened. Manchester United lost 4-2 to AC Milan in their final pre-season match, highlighting issues with their high press and need for a left-back.
- Mbeumo and Amad look recharged after being tired last season.
- Zirkzee impressed in Dublin against Leeds, could cover Bruno Fernandes.
- United's press was caught out by Milan's fourth goal.
Carrick's first full season begins, with a special Q&A on Sky Sports on Wednesday.
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