Carrick Faces Selection Decisions Ahead of Liverpool Clash
Manchester United head into a crucial Premier League showdown against Liverpool with Champions League qualification within reach, but injuries and suspensions continue to shape team selection.
Interim boss Michael Carrick has steadied the team in recent weeks, guiding them into a strong position in the top four. However, squad availability could prove decisive in their upcoming fixtures.
Man United Injury List and Return Dates
- Matheus Cunha
Injury: Hip flexor
Expected return: May 3 (vs Liverpool)
Cunha missed the recent win over Brentford but has returned to training and is expected to be available. - Matthijs de Ligt
Injury: Lower back
Expected return: Unknown
The defender has been sidelined since November, although recent training footage suggests progress in recovery. - Patrick Dorgu
Injury: Hamstring
Expected return: May 3 (vs Liverpool)
Dorgu is nearing a return after a lengthy spell out and could feature in the squad.
Suspension Update
- Lisandro Martínez
Suspension: Three matches
Expected return: May 9 (vs Sunderland)
Martínez is currently serving a ban following a red card and will miss the Liverpool clash.
Predicted Manchester United Lineup vs Liverpool
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Lammens (GK)
Dalot — Maguire — Heaven — Shaw
Casemiro — Mainoo
Amad Diallo — Fernandes — Mbeumo
Sesko
Carrick is expected to stick with a balanced setup, combining defensive stability with attacking threat as United look to secure a vital result.
Remaining Fixtures for Manchester United
- Man United vs Liverpool — May 2
- Sunderland vs Man United — May 9
- Man United vs Nottingham Forest — May 17
- Brighton vs Man United — May 24
With just a few games left, Manchester United know that one more win could seal Champions League qualification, making the clash against Liverpool a defining moment in their season.