The return of Raphael Varane, and a late appearance from debutant Sofyan Amrabat, during our 1-0 win over Burnley at Turf Moor, eased Erik ten Hag’s concerns about player availability slightly.
Lisandro Martinez missed the trip to East Lancashire, with Jonny Evans starting – and starring – in his stead, while Sergio Reguilon was withdrawn late on due to illness, according to the boss.
United worked hard to earn a valuable three points against Vincent Kompany’s newly promoted side and there was some further good news on Sunday as two recent absentees were pictured training at Carrington.