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Manchester United’s possible pre-season destinations have reportedly come to light. Five cities are now said to be under discussion for the club’s summer plans.

According to the Manchester Evening News (MEN), United are considering a different approach to their preparations ahead of the new campaign.

The Red Devils are reportedly looking at a programme based in Europe rather than heading to the United States for a more traditional summer tour.

This would represent a noticeable change for Michael Carrick’s side. After all, they have regularly spent part of pre-season in North America or the Far East in recent years.

Five cities reportedly under consideration

MEN states that Gothenburg, Helsinki, Warsaw, Oslo and Dublin are the cities currently being touted as potential stops.

With these locations being the standout new detail, such a proposed schedule gives United a clear European focus this summer.

Currently, however, the plans are still being worked on behind the scenes.

Neither a final itinerary nor any opponents are mentioned at this point.

World Cup timetable said to be key factor

Meanwhile, the 2026 World Cup in North America is believed to have left the summer calendar shorter and more complex.

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