Manchester United players told to wash their own kit ahead of return to training in May
Manchester United stars will have to undertake more responsibilities ahead of their proposed return to training on May 18, including washing their own kit.
The Red Devils are preparing for the Premier League to return on June 8 with a mini pre-season lasting three weeks.
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However, strict social distancing measures will see the players have to drive to the club’s Carrington base alone, work in small groups (possibly on a rota basis), and then shower at home.
They’ll also have to take their own dirty kit home because the usual laundry facilities aren’t available at the club.
It could be a shock to the system for some of the players, with midfielder Scott McTominay admitting that they can sometimes be spoilt by the pampered lifestyle they enjoy at United.
McTominay said: “You hear the stories about getting the life of luxury at Manchester United and people take that for granted, like the food in the canteen, your kit being laid out for you every morning.
“People just expect that and you have to always remember where you come from in that respect and always appreciate what people do for you.”
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Some Premier League clubs have allowed their players to return to training this week, including Arsenal and Tottenham.
The Daily Mail reports that United will tell foreign players in lockdown abroad to be back in the country by May 4 so they can be in quarantine for two weeks.
It’s hoped the Premier League can start up again in June as part of of the ‘Project Restart’ plans, while United, Manchester City, Chelsea and Wolves are expected to return to European action in August.
The coronavirus crisis is likely to lead to fewer big-money deals in the summer but executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has said United are keen to improve the squad for manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
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He said: “It’s always a top priority for us to strengthen the team and build on what Ole is very clearly achieving in terms of bringing us back to the top.
“We remain committed to backing Ole to win trophies. That’s our core objective as a club.
“Clearly it’s true we are fortunate to be in a strong financial position compared to many clubs, but we are not immune from the financial impact of what this virus is doing.”
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