Before the session got under way, AS Monaco Vice-President Vadim Vasilyev gave a talk to the players, setting out the goals for the season ahead...

The coach also had a lengthy message for his players.

The Monegasques eased their way back into the swing of things with some light jogging and muscle exercises.

New recruit Thomas Lemar had no trouble fitting in with his new teammates.

Like last season, Leonardo Jardim immediately had his players working with the ball.

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