The Old Trafford fixture comes just over 72 hours after a tough Europa League fixture and, of our fit regulars, only Victor Lindelof was given the night off. The Swede was an unused substitute against the Rossoneri as United ultimately battled in vain to maintain our one-goal lead.
The clash with the Hammers, who are fifth and six points behind us in the table, albeit with a game in hand, is another important one as we seek to improve on last season's final position of third.
However, Solskjaer has revealed his ability to freshen up the side has been dealt a blow due to the continued absence of three midfielders.