Manchester United will face Cork City in a pre-season friendly fixture on July 25 at Turner's Cross.

The Premier League side will send an experienced squad to Ireland as both clubs prepare for their respective league campaigns.

"We are delighted to be bringing one of the most prestigious clubs in the world to Turner's Cross. When an opportunity to bring Manchester United to Cork arises, then you have to jump at it," Cork boss Tommy Dunne told the club's official website.

"From the club's point of view, the announcement of these friendly games is a very welcome boost in the wake of the loss of a home league fixture following Monaghan's withdrawal from the league.

"With such exciting developments at Watford and the visit of Blackburn Rovers to look forward to in August, it promises to be an exciting summer of football here on Leeside."

City will face Championship side Watford the day before.