Overview
- United confirmed Sesko’s transfer from RB Leipzig for €76.5 million plus €8.5 million in bonuses on a contract through 2030.
- Sesko joined Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Diego León in being presented to over 65,000 supporters at Old Trafford before kickoff.
- Fiorentina took an early lead through Simon Sohm, United equalised via an own goal from Robin Gosens and then won the Snapdragon Cup 5-4 on penalties with Kobbie Mainoo’s decisive spot kick.
- David De Gea returned to Old Trafford as Fiorentina’s goalkeeper and received a standing ovation before being substituted prior to the shootout.
- The friendly wrapped up United’s pre-season preparations and now shifts the focus to their Premier League opener against Arsenal on August 17.