Brighton beach is an idyllic 'staycation' and several Manchester United players seemed to have their minds on it at the Amex Stadium.
Some left the stadium separately - although security staff in the tunnel were only discussing Cristiano Ronaldo's exit strategy - and headed abroad. Others have had all the get-up of a sunbather in their deckchair this season.
Staff at United who were pitchside for the FA Youth Cup celebrations spoke of drawing a line under the season even with one fixture remaining. Now Erik ten Hag is speaking as the United manager, supporters must hope there is some reaction from the players.
