Journalists assembled at Carrington had already been given an insight into the squad situation, as they were able to watch a 15-minute segment of training during the morning.
They saw Christian Eriksen and Antony return to work after being absent for recent games due to injury, while Mason Mount was once again present as he builds back to full fitness.
Leny Yoro was welcomed back by the group for the first time since undergoing surgery in the summer and van Nistelrooy later gave a positive bulletin regarding the 18-year-old’s situation.
“He’s been managed very well after his injury in pre-season,” Ruud said.