Man Utd squad for UEL clash at Viktoria Plzen: Lindelof returns

The Red Devils fly to the Czech Republic to face Viktoria Plzen on matchday six of the Europa League. Ruben Amorim will aim to get back-to-back wins in Europe after suffering successive defeats in the Premier League against Arsenal (2-0) and Nottingham Forest (2-3).

Ahead of the game, Man United are 12th in the league phase standings after five games. Sitting just one point away from the top eight spots, United will be keen on sealing a win to guarantee them straight qualification into the knockout round of the tournament.

Amorim will be pleased to see Victor Lindelof making his return to the squad for Thursday's clash. The Swedish centre-back had sustained a hamstring problem last month whilst on international duty, but could now be looking to feature off the bench after a successful recovery.

That said, fitness concerns for Jonny Evans and Luke Shaw meant that the England duo did not make the cut. Evans is close to making his comeback as we was present for Thursday's training session ahead of the flight, though Shaw remains sidelined after suffering a fresh injury setback.

Full Manchester United squad list for Viktoria Plzen

Goalkeepers: Altay Bayindir, Tom Heaton, Andre Onana.

Defenders: Diogo Dalot, Matthijs De Ligt, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Tyrell Malacia, Lisandro Martinez, Noussair Mazraoui, Leny Yoro.

Midfielders: Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount, Manuel Ugarte.

Forwards: Amad, Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Hojlund, Marcus Rashford, Joshua Zirkzee.

 

December 11, 2024