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Mourinho to take on Wigan in first Man Utd friendly

The 20-time English champion will begin their pre-season preparations with a visit to the DW Stadium before embarking on a short tour of China and a trip to Sweden

Jose Mourinho will take charge of Manchester United for the first time on July 16 when his new side faces Wigan Athletic in a friendly, the Red Devils have announced.

Mourinho officially began life as Louis van Gaal's successor on Monday before being unveiled in an explosive first press conderence at Old Trafford.

And the former Chelsea boss now has just over a week to prepare his squad for its first outing as it makes the short trip to the DW Stadium to face the Championship outfit.