Who is Toby Collyer? Manchester United youngster in squad vs Crystal Palace

There is set to be a lesser known face in the Manchester United squad when they face Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Monday night.

Erik ten Hag's side are injury ravaged for the trip to Selhurst Park, with Harry Maguire the latest player to suffer an injury setback over the weekend. It means there have now been 62 separate instances of injury or illness that have caused a senior player to miss a competitive match this season.

Amid the injury crisis, United are set to name a host of academy talent on their bench, with midfielder Toby Collyer one of those in line to be involved. But who is the latest youngster set for a call up to the United senior squad? Here is everything you need to know...

Name: Tobias Christopher Collyer

Date of Birth: 3 Jan 2004 (20)

Position: Defensive midfield

Squad number: 65

United fought off competition when they signed Collyer from Brighton two years ago. The young midfielder earned a deal after he impressed while on trial, in particular with his performance in a friendly game against Huddersfield Town.

Collyer has been a key performer for United at youth level and has established himself as a regular at U21s level since he joined the club.

The youngster was included in Erik ten Hag's pre-season squad for the opening fixture against Leeds United last July, where he was an unused substitute.

Collyer was first included in a competitive matchday squad for United's defeat to Fulham back in February and was also a substitute against Nottingham Forest, Man City and Everton.

He is yet to make his competitive debut for the club but has already been assigned the No.65 at senior level.