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Ruben Amorim issues Harry Maguire fitness update for crunch Europa League tie after defender came off in Manchester derby

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Manchester united boss Ruben Amorim as given fans an update on the fitness of Harry Maguire after the defender was taken off during Sunday's Manchester derby.

Maguire started the game at Old Trafford but was replaced by Victor Lindelof in the 58th minute.

Amorim had explained prior to the match that the centre-back's minutes were being managed after returning from a calf injury.

And there were some concerns as he appeared to show some discomfort as he made his way off the pitch.

However, Amorim has confirmed that the substitution was planned before the game got underway and Maguire should be fine for Thursday's Europa League quarter-final clash with Lyon.