Ten Hag's team news update v Spurs

Thursday 26 September 2024 17:30

Erik ten Hag has previewed Manchester United's Premier League encounter with Tottenham on Sunday.

Hot on the heels of the 1-1 draw with FC Twente in the Europa League, the Reds are back at Old Trafford this weekend for the visit of the north Londoners.

The boss will be assessing his options for the 16:30 BST kick-off with Matthijs de Ligt rested as an unused substitute on Wednesday, and Mason Mount making his comeback from injury during the second half.

Rasmus Hojlund continued his return to fitness with another cameo outing and he could feature after scoring and assisting, for Marcus Rashford, in last season's home fixture with Spurs.

Part one: Press conference v Spurs Video

PRESS CONFERENCE | Erik is asked about Sunday's match against Spurs, Joshua Zirkzee, Bruno Fernandes and more...

When asked if there were any knocks coming out of the European tie, Erik told reporters at Carrington: "No, I don't think so. It will be the same squad as yesterday [Wednesday].

"I think it will be a very intense game. It always is against Tottenham and I think it is also our style as well. So I think it is going to be a very dynamic, attractive game."

It was also put to Ten Hag that captain Bruno Fernandes is looking a little tired but the boss replied: "I think the team brings him in a situation. I think he is capable and he has proven already, so many times in the Premier League, he can create many chances.

"I am convinced he will not do differently. He will come on this point, he will find his form. He is already creating chances but he will make final passes, he will score goals. One hundred per cent and it is just a matter of time."

Defenders Victor Lindelof, Tyrell Malacia, Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro have been on the sidelines and the manager's comments indicate that this will be the case again for our next assignment.

Tottenham play on Thursday night, hosting Qarabag in the Europa League, so more team news will be forthcoming from their camp after the game. 

Richarlison and Wilson Odobert appear to be the main doubts, at this stage, for Ange Postecoglou's men.

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