Manchester United supporters in the Transfer Tavern are basking in anticipation at the arrival of the new season, as pre-season preparations are poised to begin.

Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United side are flying to America this weekend to embark upon their pre-season tour.

The Red Devils supporters will be treated to seven pre-season fixtures, five of which will be played on American soil as a part of the International Champions Cup.

With pre-season beckoning on the horizon, and transfer speculation rapidly brewing, the summer period is always an enjoyable time for football supporters.

Also, to establish the groundwork for the upcoming season, pre-season is also a golden opportunity for players who have been on the periphery of the first-team to testify their significance.

Perhaps, they’ve recently returned from a loan or have been used sporadically in the last campaign, pre-season is considered as a clean slate for several players.

Our landlord has opted to look at THREE Man United players who need to impress on United’s American tour….

Andreas Pereira

The 21-year-old returns to Manchester United following a loan spell with Granada.

Despite the team’s relegation to the second tier of Spanish Football, the Brazilian thrived in La Liga, scoring five goals and providing three assists in a very mediocre Granada team.

Many would argue that Pereira was the bright glimmer of light in otherwise dull and miserable season for the Spanish team.

He’s renowned for his brilliant dribbling and crossing ability and can operate in any attacking position.

These qualities make him an intriguing option for Mourinho, a youngster who could provide United’s attack with a different dimension.

If the starlet thrives on pre-season, he could become a mainstay in the Red Devils’ squad next season.

Matteo Darmian

Since his arrival in Manchester in 2015, the 27-year-old defender has failed to fulfil the expectations placed on him.

Despite making 68 appearances since arriving at Old Trafford, the Italian full-back only managed 15 starts in the Premier League with Mourinho rotating between him and Daley Blind at left-back.

At the age of 27, Darmian is approaching the pinnacle of his career and should be receiving consistent first-team opportunities.

It is vital for his career that he thrives while on tour this pre-season to testify his significance to Jose Mourinho.

If he fails to do so, it is probable to assume that the former Torino defender will depart United in the not too distant future.

Chris Smalling

Another player who has been continuously linked with a move away from Old Trafford is England defender Chris Smalling.

The 27-year-old was utilised sparingly last season, having only made 13 starts in United’s Premier League campaign.

Moreover, the arrival of Victor Lindelof does insinuate that Smalling is no longer required at Old Trafford this upcoming season.

United’s pre-season tour of the United States maybe Smalling’s last chance to showcase his abilities in a red shirt, and prove to Mourinho why he could be a valuable option to have as the Red Devils prepare to compete on all four fronts.

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