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Five Manchester United players have been left out of the squad for the Leeds friendly as the club seeks summer exits.
Manchester United will have five first-team players missing from Saturday’s pre-season friendly against Leeds United in Stockholm.
The Red Devils are reportedly looking to offload the unwanted quintet during the summer transfer window. Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, and Tyrell Malacia have all been left out of the travelling squad and instructed to remain at Carrington for training.
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This clear signal from the club hierarchy underlines United’s intent to reshape their squad under new boss Ruben Amorim.
All five players—once considered core members of the team—have been made available for transfer, with the club continuing their search for potential suitors.
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Sancho and Malacia, in particular, struggled with injuries and form last season, while Rashford and Antony endured inconsistent campaigns, failing to justify their price tags. Garnacho's absence is more surprising, given his promising moments last season, but insiders suggest it is part of a wider squad reshuffle.
Manchester United have made it clear that these five will not be involved in their immediate pre-season plans, although they will be allowed to continue training while agents and club officials work on potential deals.
Whether permanent transfers or loan moves, the priority remains to clear space and free up wages for new signings.
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The match in Stockholm is likely to feature a debut for £62.5 million signing Matheus Cunha from Wolves. Also included in the 29-man squad are young prospects like Diego Leon, Chido Obi, Jack Fletcher, and Ethan Williams.
Ruben Amorim has shown a willingness to trust youth, and with veterans like Andre Onana, Lisandro Martinez, and Joshua Zirkzee unavailable due to injury, several youngsters could be handed valuable minutes.
In defence, new arrival Leon competes with Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro for a spot, while Mason Mount, Casemiro, and Kobbie Mainoo marshal the midfield.
What’s Next for the 5 Manchester United Players?
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The long-term futures of the 5 Manchester United players remain uncertain. With the US tour kicking off on Tuesday, it is increasingly unlikely they will be part of that trip unless swift moves materialise.
There has already been interest across Europe, but as of now, no concrete deals are imminent.
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Despite the looming exits, the club insists that all five are being treated professionally, with access to top-level training and support.
Still, the writing is on the wall. For Sancho, Rashford, Garnacho, Malacia, and Antony, this summer could mark the end of their Old Trafford journeys.
In the meantime, Manchester United fans will get their first look at several new names this weekend, as Amorim aims to lay the foundation for a new era—one in which the 5 Manchester United exiles no longer feature.
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