Their base is the University of California, Los Angeles, with the team in action against Arsenal on Saturday

Record Sales for Away Kit

United’s new navy blue away kit is enjoying record sales following its launch this week. Adidas have typically tried to tap into the club’s heritage when designing the new strip with three lighter shades running around the collar representing the Irk, Medlock, and Irwell rivers which cross close to where Old Trafford meets the city of Manchester.

A statement that accompanied the launch read: ‘We have the honour every season to resonate with fans via special nods to their club and culture – and for the Manchester United away kit this season, it’s the city itself,’ they said.

‘Through features such as the collar and a nostalgic design that speaks to beloved design codes, we champion elements of the city and club’s history, finished with premium modern details to stand out on the streets, in the stands, and on the pitch.’

Man United’s new away kit has gone down very well indeed judging by adidas’ sales figures

Influencers in Action

It’s a sign of the times that United and kit sponsors Adidas arranged a football match for social media influencers at UCLA on Thursday. A number of first-team players and staff were at the event which featured Steve Bartlett, well known for appearing on Dragons Den and his podcast Diary of a CEO.

Bartlett gave a talk to United players about investment opportunities at the end of last season after being invited to the training ground by coach Steve McClaren.