Manchester United will be eager to continue their impressive form under Michael Carrick and secure a third consecutive win. This run of wins includes statement wins over Arsenal and Manchester City, before a dramatic 3-2 victory over Fulham. Tottenham Hotspur have endured a disappointing season so far, and the early-season optimism under Thomas Frank has firmly disappeared. Can Carrick continue his dream-like start in the Old Trafford hotseat? Or can Spurs build on their battling draw against Manchester City? Manchester United vs Tottenham is the 12:30 kick-off on February 7 at Old Trafford.
Premier League: Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur Team News and Confirmed Lineups
Manchester United Team News
In the pre-match press conference, Carrick discussed the latest on the injuries to Mason Mount and Matthijs de Ligt:
“Mason sooner [than De Ligt]. He’s not too far away. We’re hopeful it won’t be too long. Matta is working his way back, taking good steps and improving and being really positive. Hopefully won’t be too long.”
Carrick was also asked about the absence of Patrick Dorgu, and how long he would be missing for:
“Not exactly. We’re working through it. It’ll definitely be a number of weeks. It will be a considerable period of time.
“He’s not going to be back in the next two or three weeks. To be more exact is a little bit difficult, at this moment.
“It could possibly be [10 weeks], we’re working through it. Certainly, we’re looking forward to getting him back as quickly as we can and getting on the pitch long before the end of the season.”
Tottenham Hotspur Team News
In the Spurs pre-match presser, Thomas Frank was asked how the squad were:
“Everyone, mostly, is okay. Micky trained today and is available for selection for Saturday, so that’s good. Djed is getting closer, it will be touch and go and there’s a good chance he’ll be ready,” said Frank.
He was also asked if he expects Cristian Romero to be back, and said: “Yes, I do.”
Manchester United Confirmed Lineup
Manchester United: Lammens, Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Fernandes, Cunha, Amad, Casemiro, Mbeumo, Shaw, Mainoo.
Subs: Bayindir, Heaven, Malacia, Mazraoui, Yoro, T. Fletcher, Ugarte, Sesko, Zirkzee.
Tottenham Hotspur Confirmed Lineup
Tottenham Hotspur: Vicario, Palhinha, Xavi, Udogie, Gray, Romero, Solanke, Gallagher, Odobert, Sarr, Van de Ven.
Subs: Kinsky, Dragusin, Bissouma, Tel, Souza, Kolo Muani, Olusesi, Byfield, Williams-Barnett.
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