Sources: Man United face early preseason amid fitness fears

ESPN FC's Stewart Robson says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's honeymoon is over and it's time for the Man United manager to start getting to work. After Man United's sixth-place finish, the FC crew question if there was some merit to Jose Mourinho calling second place 'an achievement' last campaign. ESPN FC's Stewart Robson outlines what it will take for Alexis Sanchez to return to form between now and the start of next season. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has ordered his Manchester United players to report for preseason training as early as July 1 after being dismayed by fitness levels following his arrival as Jose Mourinho's successor, sources have told ESPN FC. With the bulk of United's squad facing an extended summer break due to only a small number being likely to be involved in the Copa America, Solskjaer has set the early return date in order to ensure they are fit enough to compete for the top four next season. Editor's Picks ESPN FC 100: The top players and managers in men's soccer Captain Marvel: Soccer's greatest captains from Messi to Marta - Viewers' guide: Watch ESPN+ in U.S. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Eric Bailly,...

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