Ruben Amorim has rejigged his defence as Manchester United tonight look to see off Athletic Club and confirm their spot in the Europa League final.
Matthijs de Ligt will miss the game through injury. The centre-back was forced off during the first half against Brentford on Sunday and was unable to train with his team-mates on Wednesday. De Ligt has endured a tough time of late with injuries, having made his return off the bench in the first leg against the Spanish side before starting against the Bees.
Asked for an update after the match, Amorim said: "I don't know. We will see. I hope it's nothing serious ... I'm really concerned. Not about Thursday - we took off Luke Shaw at half-time to protect and have players for Thursday - but I'm more concerned whether it is a small or big injury and thinking about next season."
In De Ligt's expected absence, Victor Lindelof comes in to start alongside Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro. On the flanks, Patrick Dorgu and Noussair Mazraoui get the nod. Amad Diallo had been in contention for a start after making two substitute appearances since returning from injury, but is only deemed fit enough for the bench.
Rasmus Hojlund will lead the line due to a lack of better alternatives, supported by Alejandro Garnacho and captain Bruno Fernandes.
CONFIRMED MAN UNITED XI: Onana; Lindelof, Maguire, Yoro; Dorgu, Casemiro, Ugarte, Mazraoui; Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund
Subs: Bayindir, Heaton, Amass, Fredricson, Kamason, Shaw, Eriksen, Mainoo, Mount, Amad, Mantato
Injured: De Ligt, Martinez, Zirkzee, Dalot, Heaven, Collyer
Time and date: 8pm on Thursday, May 8, 2025
Venue: Old Trafford
How to watch: TNT Sports and Discovery+
