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Man United 'are exploring a money-spinning mid-season friendly in SAUDI ARABIA' to raise revenue after missing out on £85m Champions League windfall

Manchester United have reportedly opened talks over playing a mid-season friendly in Saudi Arabia in an attempt to raise revenues.

According to the Athletic, the Red Devils are exploring the prospect due to having multiple free midweeks in the season.

It follows Ruben Amorim's side failing to qualify for European competition this season, as well as suffering a shock Carabao Cup loss by League Two side Grimsby Town.

Man United loss in the Europa League final to Tottenham last season saw the club miss out on a £85m windfall which would have come from qualifying for the Champions League.