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Manchester United’s defensive choices had been dealt one other blow as Noussair Mazraoui was disregarded of the matchday squad for the Europa League conflict with Rangers because of a knock sustained within the defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion.
Head coach Ruben Amorim confirmed the decision was precautionary because the membership manages a rising record of health issues forward of their journey to Fulham on Sunday night time.
The Europa League encounter noticed additional disruptions to United’s backline, with Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro each substituted after complaining of discomfort.
De Ligt, who had a objective controversially dominated out through the first half, didn’t return after the break, changed by Harry Maguire.
Yoro, in the meantime, lasted simply ten minutes of the second half earlier than being taken off, prompting Tyrell Malacia’s introduction and a tactical reshuffle that shifted Diogo Dalot right into a back-three position.
Talking to MUTV, Amorim addressed the substitutions, explaining the need of prioritising participant welfare.
“He [De Ligt] has a ache, so he can not threat [it].”
“Leny felt ache additionally, so he can not threat [it]. We have now a number of gamers who can play, and we can not lose anyone.”
“All people needs to be ready.”
There was some reduction for United followers as Victor Lindelof returned to coaching and might be accessible for choice in opposition to Fulham.
With Mazraoui’s health being monitored and issues over De Ligt and Yoro, Amorim faces a problem in assembling a strong defensive position for the approaching fixtures.
His focus will now shift to making sure his squad’s depth and health as United juggle home and European commitments within the weeks forward.
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