But what is the background to this competitive environment, which is great preparation for the action the Reds face at home and abroad over the course of the season?
Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has lifted the lid on the sessions and provided unique insight to them during an exclusive interview with MUTV’s Mark Sullivan on Friday afternoon.
“I mean, yesterday, we played 7v7 in a tournament with three teams,” explained Rangnick. “The other week, we did the same with 5v5 so we do that, depending on the number of players that are available.