Manchester United is set to face Tottenham, one of their top-four rivals, on Thursday evening.
The Reds are hoping to solidify their position in the top four with a win, but Spurs are keen to bounce back after their 6-1 defeat against Newcastle.
Here are the details on Manchester United’s injury concerns ahead of their top-four clash against Tottenham this evening:
1. Bruno Fernandes
- Suffered an ankle injury in the FA Cup semi-final against Brighton
- Pictures of him wearing a protective boot intensified concerns over his long-term availability
- Possible return date: April 30 (vs Aston Villa)
2. Scott McTominay
- Missed the last four games due to injury, including Sunday’s FA Cup clash
- No update has been given on his progress, but his setback is not thought to be long-term
- Possible return date: April 27 (vs Tottenham)
3. Raphael Varane
- Forced off in the 2-2 draw with Sevilla with initial announcements suggesting he would be out for a few weeks.’
- Ten Hag hopes to have his defender back for the FA Cup final
- Possible return date: June 3 (vs Manchester City)
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4. Alejandro Garnacho
- Still sidelined with an ankle injury picked up in last month’s goalless draw with Southampton
- Expected to be back before the end of the season
- Possible return date: April 30 (vs Aston Villa)

5. Tom Heaton
- Due to their return from his foot injury in mid-April, but was not named on the bench against Brighton on Sunday.
- Could make the squad for one of this week’s league games
- Possible return date: April 27 (vs Tottenham)
6. Lisandro Martinez
- Out for the rest of the season after sustaining a metatarsal injury in the first-leg draw with Sevilla
- His subsequent operation was a success, but he has already stepped on a pitch for the last time this campaign
- Return date: July
7. Donny van de Beek
- A knee injury means his season is over
- Underwent surgery earlier this year but has had to remain on the sidelines since
- Return date: July
These injuries could impact Manchester United’s top-four hopes, especially if Bruno Fernandes cannot return for an extended period. However, United still has a strong squad and hopes to win against Tottenham tonight.