Manchester United plans £8M post-season Asia tour

Manchester United is set to embark on its first-ever post-season tour to Asia immediately after concluding the Premier League season, with matches scheduled in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong on May 28 and 30, respectively. This tour, which follows their final league match against Aston Villa on May 25, is projected to generate around £8 million for the club. CEO Omar Berrada emphasized that these fixtures are crucial for building the club's financial strength and enhancing connections with fans and commercial partners in the region. However, the scheduling has sparked concerns about player workload, particularly in light of the congested football calendar, and echoes previous criticisms of similar post-season games by pundits. Amid ongoing efforts to improve its financial situation, the club is also facing pressure from the demands of international player commitments shortly after the tour. This initiative highlights the tensions between financial imperatives and player welfare in modern football.