PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Alexis Sanchez and his new Manchester United team-mates trained in CAR PARK at Somerset hotel ahead of FA Cup clash at Yeovil

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Alexis Sanchez and his Manchester United arrived at their hotel prior to their FA Cup fourth round tie against Yeovil and immediately went for a stretch in the car park.

The Chilean attacker was pictured in the club's tracksuit outside The Hollies Hotel as he made his way into the three star establishment. Sanchez was followed into the team's base, which has parts that are around 400 years old, by his team-mates before they checked in.

Just moments after they had made it into their rooms, United's players were told to assemble in the car park as they took part in an extremely light workout, which was overseen by manager Jose Mourinho and his coaching staff.

The squad could be seen having a kick around on the gravelly surface as they attempted to shake off the malaise brought on by the early flight to Somerset on Friday. 

Alexis Sanchez and his Manchester United team-mates arrive at their hotel in Yeovil before Friday's FA Cup clash

Shortly after the squad arrived they were immediately sent back out to the car park to limber up for Friday night's fixture

Players could be seen stretching and jogging on the spot as they prepared for the hostile atmosphere expected on Friday

Sanchez completed his high profile move to Old Trafford earlier this week and was handed his debut in the FA Cup clash on Friday.

The Chile international was eligible to play in the competition having missed Arsenal's shock defeat against Nottingham Forest. He started alongside the likes of Michael Carrick and Juan Mata as Mourinho named a strong side for the clash.

Ahead of the game the United boss praised his new star after signing his own new long-term contract.

Talking about the Sanchez deal, he said: 'I think it's a very good deal for us and the player has a fantastic contract.  It's a contract according to his qualities as a player and according to the situation - no transfer fee.

United boss and birthday boy Jose Mourinho could be seen walking towards the hotel behind star striker Romelu Lukaku

Spanish playmaker Juan Mata looked towards the camera as he made his way into the hotel carrying his club coat

United's players stayed the night at The Hollies Hotel, located eight miles from the Yeovil ground and match venue, Huish Park

United's midfield enforcer Nemanja Matic was among the United squad who travelled down to Somerset for the tie

'How much would Alexis Sanchez cost in normal transfer, club to club, as a player with two or three years on his contract? We look at the numbers now and I would say roughly between £100-150m.' 

United's players were staying the night in the village of Bower Hinton, located just under seven miles from Yeovil's Huish Park. Mourinho was also pictured disembarking the club's transport and heading into the lobby as the players get settled in.

Nemanja Matic strolled off the coach ahead of the clash against the League Two strugglers, while star striker Romelu Lukaku walked in front of Mourinho. Chris Smalling and Sergio Romero were also visible with the latter handed a chance to impress in goal.

Friday was an historic evening for Mourinho, who celebrated his 55th birthday by leading United for the 100th time. In the 99 games of his tenure so far, the Red Devils have claimed 61 wins, 23 draws and fallen to defeat on 15 occasions.

Argentine goalkeeper Sergio Romero was handed a rare a chance to shine against Yeovil by United manager Mourinho

Chris Smalling gave a thumbs up as he got off the team bus wearing a coat and carrying a rucksack on his back

Mata looked to be enjoying the workout as he made the most of the fresh air after being stuck on a plane and coach

WHERE ARE MOURINHO AND HIS PLAYERS STAYING?

• Located in the village of Bower Hinton, The Hollies Hotel is around seven miles from Huish Park
• A three star establishment boasting 36 rooms and suites with most, if not all, occupied by the Red Devils for the night
• Players and staff will be able to relax in the trendy bar with open fires and a stylish raised wine terrace
• The hotel is 'designed and furnished to provide the utmost comfort'
• Double rooms range in price from £115 to £160 per night depending on whether it is a standard double or full suite

 

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