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Confirmed Man Utd team news vs Bournemouth: Two defenders set to return after missing Como clash

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has delivered the key team news ahead of the Premier League clash with Bournemouth on Sunday evening.

Carrick has confirmed that Ayden Heaven is ready to return after recovering from the illness that forced him to miss fixtures against Leeds United and Como.

The 45-year-old told MUTV: “Ayden is back with the group, he was suffering from illness but is back around the group and then we’ll see what the next couple of days bring [for the others].

“It’s more mentally now. Physically, the boys are recovering from a game and there is only so much training you can do out on the grass.”

Leny Yoro is also available after serving his suspension against Como.

Lisandro Martinez remains a concern after missing the previous encounter with a thigh injury, while Marcus Rashford is also managing a hip problem that kept him out of the Como clash.

Both players are fitness doubts, with late assessments expected to determine whether they can feature against Bournemouth.

Benjamin Sesko has been sidelined for more than five weeks with an injury to his shin, leaving United short of attacking options.

Luke Shaw has missed the last three matches, and his continued absence could force Carrick to explore makeshift solutions at left-back.

Patrick Dorgu is another absentee after sustaining a hamstring injury while representing Denmark during the October international break.

Kobbie Mainoo is also unavailable for this game due to a fitness setback.

Manuel Ugarte remains on the sidelines as he continues his recovery from a long-term knee injury.

Carrick opened the pre-match press conference with an eight-minute statement in which he talked about the history of the clubs and how the standards have fallen.

A defeat at Bournemouth could seal his fate, as INEOS are considering alternatives internally to replace him.

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