- Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has indicated that midfielder Kobbie Mainoo could return for his side’s crucial Premier League match against Chelsea.
- Mainoo, who missed Monday’s defeat by Leeds due to a training knock, is doing “little bits” and a decision on his availability is set to be made before Saturday evening’s match.
- The Red Devils are currently in third place, seven points clear of sixth-placed Chelsea, as both teams battle for a Champions League qualification spot.
- Young defender Ayden Heaven is also being considered for selection due to the suspensions of Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez.
- Danish winger Patrick Dorgu remains sidelined with a hamstring injury sustained in January, though he is progressing well in his rehabilitation.
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Man United handed Kobbie Mainoo fitness boost for crunch clash with Chelsea