Manchester United finished their pre-season campaign with a 4-2 defeat to AC Milan in Wroclaw, Poland, just a week before their Premier League opener against Hull City. Marcus Rashford made his first appearance since December 2024 after being loaned to Aston Villa and Barcelona under former United boss Ruben Amorim, now managing Milan.

United led twice but conceded three close-range goals, with Ruben Loftus-Cheek sealing the win. Luke Shaw struggled defensively on the left, and new signing Andrey Santos' inexperience was exposed. Mason Mount remains sidelined with a foot issue. Manager Michael Carrick admitted disappointment but noted no fresh injuries among key players like Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Lisandro Martinez.

Rashford's return was solid but unspectacular; he wore the number nine shirt temporarily. United officials clarified it wasn't permanent. Patrick Dorgu and Harry Maguire scored for United. With the transfer window closing 1 September, Rashford's future remains uncertain as Carrick prepares for the season opener.