Manchester United expected squad vs Tottenham as defender returns to training

Manchester United have seen a defender return to training as their expected squad for the tie against Tottenham is revealed.

Following a disappointing 1-1 draw against FC Twente in the Europa League, Manchester United are returning to Premier League action with a clash against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford.

Erik ten Hag‘s side has had a tough start to the league season, managing only two wins in their first five matches and scoring just five goals.

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Tottenham have faced their own struggles, also winning two of their opening five games. They are currently level on points with United at seven but have a slight advantage due to a better goal difference.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Ten Hag confirmed that the squad to face Tottenham would likely be the same one that drew to FC Twente on Wednesday.

“No, I don’t think so. It will be the same squad as yesterday [Wednesday],” he told reporters when asked if there would be any additions.

“I think it will be a very intense game. It always is against Tottenham and I think it is also our style as well. So I think it is going to be a very dynamic, attractive game.”

However, Victor Lindelöf has now returned to training after suffering an injury in pre-season.

While Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, and Lisandro Martínez have been building their fitness, Lindelöf would be a welcome option alongside Jonny Evans as a back-up centre-back for the upcoming games.

Goalkeepers: André Onana, Altay Bayındır, Tom Heaton.
Defenders: Noussiar Mazraoui, Hary Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Diogo Dalot, Matthijs de Ligt.
Midfielders: Manuel Ugarte, Christian Eriksen, Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Casemiro, Mason Mount, Toby Collyer.
Forwards: Amad Diallo, Joshua Zirkzee, Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Højlund, Antony.

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