Benjamin Sesko will miss Manchester United's pre-season friendly against Rosenborg as he continues recovering from a calf injury.

Four Manchester United academy products were on the scoresheet as Michael Carrick’s team cruised to victory over a Rosenborg team in the middle of their league season.

Manu Kone has been increasingly linked with a move to Manchester United in previous weeks with the Red Devils aiming to strengthen ahead of the start of the season.

Britain badly needs its mojo back. Its economy is struggling, public services are strained and gains in living standards have faltered. Is Andy Burnham the answer?

Manchester United are continuing their search for another midfielder, with Manu Koné and Carlos Baleba among the leading names under consideration. Sky Sports News reports that Manchester United are considering both midfielders as the club continues its efforts to strengthen the squad before the new season.

Andy Burnham was mayor of Greater Manchester for nine years. His time there came to define his identity — and his pitch to lead Britain.

The future is pivotal for Manchester United if the club is to succeed, both in Premier League games and alternative competitions. Contract extensions fall at the heart of preparing for the future, helping to ensure that players are committed to the club in the long-term,

As Manchester reinvents itself as an internationally recognised cultural city, Burnham’s politics are evolving with it. The relationship has never been one-way.

Man United continue their pre-season preparations this evening when they take on Norwegian club Rosenborg in Trondheim