Manchester United and Erik ten Hag will be hoping to secure a much needed victory when they face Brentford at Old Trafford after the international break finishes. Manager Erik ten Hag remains in charge despite a tough start to the season, with United currently winless in their last five games across all competitions. The points table is another worrying point for the club as they decided to stick with the manager after a post season review last season but Erik ten Hag finds himself in hot waters with the current season on a shaky start. With injury concerns mounting as well, Ten Hag must make the most of his available squad as they aim to turn things around.
Defender Harry Maguire is expected to miss the match due to a foot injury he sustained during the recent draw against Aston Villa. Additionally, the summer signing of Leny Yoro remains on the sidelines as he recovers from his pre-season injury, though there’s been positive progress in his recovery from a fractured metatarsal.
Meanwhile, Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia are working hard to return to the squad, with Shaw eyeing a comeback for the Brentford clash. The same goes for Alejandro Garnacho, who has withdrawn from the Argentina squad due to a minor knee problem but is hopeful of being fit for Saturday’s game.
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United will also assess Amad Diallo, who has returned to Manchester after withdrawing from international duty with Ivory Coast due to illness. However, his illness is reportedly not serious, and will be available for the game.
With key players still battling fitness issues, the Brentford fixture is crucial as Ten Hag looks to rally his team and bounce back in the Premier League. The game may mark a turning point in United’s season as they are desperate for some points. Pressure is mounting on Erik ten Hag as he gears for yet another survival of his managerial campaign at Manchester United.
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