Manchester United could hand out at least on debut in Sunday’s Premier League clash against Arsenal.
The Red Devils welcomed new arrivals Altay Bayindir, Sergio Reguilon and Sofyan Amrabat to Old Trafford on transfer deadline day, although the latter won't be available for this weekend's game due to visa issues. Jonny Evans was another arrival on the final day of the market, with the defender rejoining after eight years away from the club.
Erik ten Hag also explained in Friday’s press conference that Rasmus Hojlund, one of the club’s summer signings, could make his debut against Arsenal. “He [Hojlund] had a good training week,” said Ten Hag. “Tomorrow we have a final training but he's doing well, he's responding well. So, yeah, he'll be available for Sunday's game."
The United boss also said Hojlund is an option to start, while he confirmed Reguilon has trained with the team. However, the United boss is missing a number of players through injury, with Tom Heaton, Raphael Varane, Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount and Amad all unavailable for the clash at the Emirates.
"It's one of the biggest games in the Premier League,” Ten Hag added. “We're really looking forward to that fight. They're always interesting games, intense games. I think it's two teams who really play offensive football with the right intentions I would say. The audience is always the big winner of that game, so we're really looking forward to that game."
With that in mind, here’s how United could line up for Sunday’s huge match…
1. GK: Andre Onana
Had an afternoon to forget against Forest and will hope for better at the Emirates.
2. RB: Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Has perhaps been the standout performer for United so far this season.
3. CB: Victor Lindelof
Expected to come straight into the team for the injured Varane.
4. CB: Lisandro Martinez
Scored his only goal for United in this fixture last season.