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LAS VEGAS — Although there was no word of a resolution in the whole Brandon Aiyuk saga, the optics certainly suggested he’s still very much a member of the 49ers.

Aiyuk, taking part in a “hold-in” until he has a new contract, made the trip to Las Vegas with the team for the 49ers’ preseason finale.

San Francisco wrapped its exhibition schedule with a 24-24 tie with the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday night at Allegiant Stadium.

The 49ers last played here on Feb. 11 in Super Bowl LVIII, losing to the Kansas City Chiefs 25-22 in overtime.

San Francisco hopes to return to the big game this season and begins its long journey back on Monday, Sept. 9, against the New York Jets at Levi’s Stadium.

As the 49ers close in on the regular-season opener, things certainly have not gone as planned this summer.

Aiyuk and All-Pro left tackle Trent Williams have not practicedbecause of their respective contract issues. The 49ers remain …