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Man Utd's Alexis Sanchez Misses Out on USA Tour After Being Refused Entry Due to Visa Issues

Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez has been refused entry to the United States and will not be with the team when they take part in their pre-season tour of America, per the BBC.

The Chilean is apparently unable to enter the States as a result of visa issues stemming from a suspended sentence over tax fraud.

Last season's FA Cup finalists flew to Los Angeles on Sunday, but Sanchez was a notable absentee, with United later confirming that the player was left in England because of "personal administrative issues."

The former Arsenal attacker was met with problems when he attempted the acquisition of a U.