Real Madrid and Juventus are among eight leading clubs who will take part in the first edition of the tournament-style International Champions Cup in the United States starting in July.

Spanish giants Real and Italian champions Juventus will be joined by Inter and MLS’s Los Angeles Galaxy, tournament or-ganisers said.

The United States has become a leading destination for European clubs to play lucrative pre-season friendly tours but the eight-team tournament, which will be held at venues across the country, promises to add a competitive edge.

Milan, Galatasaray and two leading English clubs are understood to be in talks aimed at joining the tournament.

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