Leeds United manager Daniel Farke says striker Patrick Bamford is not part of his plans for the club's return to the Premier League.

Ruben Amorim praised new signing Matheus Cunha’s impact during Manchester United’s drab goalless draw against Leeds in Stockholm.The former Wolves star man played in the No.10 role, alongside

The England international was absent from Saturday’s friendly vs Manchester United in Stockholm and Farke revealed his decision post-match.

Jack Moorhouse, Shea Lacey, Godwill Kukonki and Jack Fletcher are among those who could catch Amorim’s eye against Leeds and in upcoming friendlies, while players like Chido Obi and the aforementioned Amass will be aiming to further impress their manager having shown glimpses of their potential in 2024–25.

Manchester United have started their run of pre-season friendlies with a goallesss draw with Leeds United in Sweden’s national stadium. Matheus Cunha, their £62.5m summer signing from Wolves, offered glimpses of his class in one of the twin No 10 roles but played only the first half of a match in which 47 players were used.

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