Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has taken a decisive step in his squad overhaul by banning four players from the club's upcoming pre-season tour of the United States.
According to reports, Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Jadon Sancho will be excluded from the tour scheduled for July. The quartet faces the prospect of training alone at Carrington if they fail to secure moves away from Old Trafford before the tour commences.
This dramatic decision comes as Amorim seeks to refresh his attacking options following a disappointing first campaign at the helm. The former Sporting boss endured a challenging debut season, with United finishing in 15th place – their lowest Premier League position since the club's relegation in 1974.
The Red Devils' struggles were further compounded by a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final last month, a result that means United will be absent from European competition for only the second time in 35 years.
Summer Rebuild Underway
Amorim has already begun his summer rebuild, with United securing a £62.5 million deal for Matheus Cunha earlier this month. The club is also reportedly pursuing Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo as part of their attacking reinforcement strategy.
The decision to exclude four established attackers signals Amorim's intent to implement significant changes to the squad. Rashford, once considered untouchable at United, has struggled for consistency in recent seasons, while big-money signings Antony and Sancho have failed to live up to expectations.
Garnacho's inclusion in the banned list comes as a surprise to many, given the young Argentine's promising performances, suggesting Amorim is prepared to make bold decisions regardless of player status or potential.
This radical approach highlights the Portuguese manager's determination to stamp his authority on the team and create a squad capable of competing at the highest level once again.
With the transfer window now open, all eyes will be on whether these four players secure moves away from Old Trafford or if they can somehow work their way back into Amorim's plans before the new season begins.
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