Four things spotted in Manchester United training as Marcus Rashford stuns fans

Man Utd have returned to full-contact training at Carrington with the Premier league set to resume next month.

Manchester United's players took part in their first contact training session on Thursday following the players' return to Carrington last week.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's players have been stepping up their fitness regime in group sessions ahead of the Premier League's return.

A statement released on Thursday confirmed the top flight would return on 17 June with the FA Cup also set to resume at the end of next month.

United initially returned to Carrington last week as part of a staggered return to training but finally resumed more traditional contact training on Thursday.

United released footage of the session on Friday morning and here is what we spotted.

Gomes involved again amid contract uncertainty

United are keen to keep Angel Gomes at the club, but he is yet to commit his future to United by signing a new long-term deal.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future he remains a regular member of the first-team squad and is playing a key role in the group passing sessions.

Solskjaer might not have given the 19-year-old as many opportunities as he would have liked on the pitch this season but Gomes has featured heavily in training judging by the footage released this week.

When United were restricted to training in groups of no more than five people earlier in the week, Gomes was put in a group alongside Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic.

Gomes is the only player in United's first-team squad whose contract is due to expire at the end of this season.

New-look midfield taking shape

As expected all eyes, and cameras, are focused on Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes as the training intensity continues to rise.

The latest video showcases both of the midfielders pulling off a range of dazzling tricks as excitement builds around their partnership.

Earlier in the season United's downfall was largely down to a lack of creativity in the final third, but with both Pogba and Fernandes fit there is huge optimism ahead of United's Premier League return.

Rashford's stupendous pass

Which brings us nicely onto our third point. Rashford looks like he is ready to carry on where he left off and make this the best individual season of his career.

Not only is his shooting as sharp as ever, but his short intense sprints showcase his return to fitness and suggest it won't take too long before he is back up to match speed.

Luke Shaw named Rashford as one of the most skilful players at the club in midweek, which is an area of his game that often goes overlooked. His back-heeled volley pass during a rondo drill was Cristiano Ronaldo-esque.

Solskjaer's still got it

Solskjaer often jokes about how he still takes part in United's training sessions, and you can see why with his latest demonstration.

During Thursday's session he can be seen finding the top corner from distance before looking at the camera with a wry smile on his face.

United's players have regularly spoken about the positive changes under Solskjaer and how his own playing experience has helped them bond this season. You can also see why he's the perfect mentor for the likes of Greenwood and Marcus Rashford.