Manchester United travel to face high-flying Nottingham Forest on Tuesday after the Tricky Trees advanced to the FA Cup Semifinals in penalties on Saturday. Here is what we know about who will be available and who faces fitness questions.
Team News
Ruben Amorim should have depth beginning to return this week after injuries have plagued the Reds for months.
Five Manchester United players have returned to training since the win over Leicester City. Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro, along with long-term absentee Luke Shaw returned in a positive defensive update. Altay Bayindir and Tom Heaton have also returned to provide experienced depth in the goalkeeping position.
Amad Diallo, Kobbie Mainoo, and Lisandro Martinez are long-term absentees and will remain out for the trip to the City Ground. Impressive 18-year-old Ayden Heaven will be out after suffering a leg injury before the international break.
Rasmus Hojlund ended his goal Premier League goal drought against Leicester City and followed it with a goal for Denmark. The young striker will likely lead the line against Forest and look to continue his improved form.
Bruno Fernandes has ten goal contributions in his last seven games and is a major reason for United’s improved form over the past month. Joshua Zirkzee and Alejandro Garnacho have also found some life at the right time, with a crucial final two months ahead. All three will likely start on Tuesday.
Lineup Prediction
Goalkeeper: Andre Onana
Defenders: Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, Matthijs De Ligt
Midfielders: Patrick Dorgu, Manuel Ugarte, Bruno Fernandes, Diogo Dalot
Attackers: Joshua Zirkzee, Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Hojlund






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