Manchester United suffer two fresh injury scares ahead of Brighton fixture as one star ruled out
The confirmed Man Utd team news and injury latest ahead of the Premier League fixture vs Brighton.
Manchester United could be without three players when they host Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday evening.
Ruben Amorim's side head into the match on a high after their brilliant victory over Liverpool last weekend but face a Brighton team who have won their last three matches at Old Trafford. The Seagulls are unbeaten across their last five matches across all competitions, including a 3-1 away win over Chelsea and a 2-1 victory against Newcastle last weekend.
Fabian Hurzeler's side could themselves be without three key players for the Old Trafford trip, while Amorim is also sweating on the fitness of a couple of stars for the match. United are certain to be without one player while another duo will undergo late fitness tests. Here is all the early team news for tonight.
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Manchester United injury news and return dates
Maguire suffered a knock during midweek and is a doubt to face Brighton in the Premier League this weekend. His issue is not believed to be serious and he could be involved in the matchday squad. It would make sense to replace him with Leny Yoro in the starting line up as a precaution.
Mount is also a doubt for the Brighton match after he suffered a slight knock. He could also be named in the matchday squad but it might make sense to name him on the bench as well. Benjamin Sesko could be handed the starting role with Matheus Cunha deployed in an attacking midfield role.
Martinez has yet to return to full team training and will not be rushed back into action by Ruben Amorim. United want to be extra careful with his reintegration and won’t take any unnecessary risks with his rehabilitation. He could be back next month, but might not be available until after the international break.
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