Man Utd Set to Field Near-Full Strength Squad Against Tottenham as Injury Crisis Eases
Manchester United are benefiting from their clear midweek schedule, with Ruben Amorim having nearly his complete squad available for Saturday's encounter against Tottenham Hotspur.
Amorim, who received the Premier League's Manager of the Month award for October on Friday, has guided a significant turnaround at Old Trafford following a challenging beginning to the 2025–26 campaign.
Though last week's 2–2 stalemate at Nottingham Forest postponed the much-awaited haircut celebration, United are currently enjoying a four-match undefeated streak and have secured victory in three of their last five outings.
Consistency has proven crucial for the Red Devils, alongside a shift in tactical approach. Here's how United might set up against Spurs this weekend.
Man Utd Predicted Lineup vs. Tottenham (3-4-2-1)
GK: Senne Lammens—The quiet Belgian has been instrumental in United's gradual tactical transformation over recent weeks, though his goal was breached twice in the previous match. He'll play a crucial part in helping the visitors finally overcome the North London side.
CB: Leny Yoro—While Yoro hasn't been a regular starter, he must become a fundamental piece of Amorim's defensive structure going forward.
CB: Matthijs de Ligt—Harry Maguire's slight fitness concerns allowed De Ligt to move into a central role last week. The Dutch defender made several vital interventions and is expected to retain his position.
CB: Luke Shaw—There hasn't been much discussion about an England return for Shaw, but the repositioned left-back is quietly excelling in his duties.
RWB: Amad Diallo—The Ivorian delivered an outstanding performance at Nottingham Forest last weekend, nearly securing the victory after scoring a brilliant equalizer in the second period.
CM: Casemiro—United's experienced Brazilian also scored in the last outing, and his excellent form suggests his Old Trafford tenure could extend for another season at minimum.
CM: Bruno Fernandes—United's skipper struggled in their Europa League final loss to Spurs and received a red card against the Lilywhites in their first meeting of 2024–25. He needs to make amends.
LWB: Patrick Dorgu—If there's one area where United have appeared somewhat exposed, it's been along the left side covered by Diogo Dalot. Amorim might consider a tactical switch and utilize Dorgu's pace to trouble Spurs.
AM: Bryan Mbeumo—The newly-named October Player of the Month will be playing in front of his former Brentford manager on Saturday, with Thomas Frank playing a key role in Mbeumo's development.
AM: Matheus Cunha—United fans have embraced their new attacking signings, with Cunha displaying the characteristics of Red Devils legends from the past.
ST: Benjamin Šeško—Amorim's attacking strategy has succeeded both with and without Šeško, but the Slovenian striker is gaining confidence up front and should spearhead the attack once more in North London.
