Ruben Amorim first Man United back three plans in potential disarray amid new injury setback

Ruben Amorim has just joined Manchester United on Monday but has already faced an injury setback. Erik ten Hag’s time at the club was filled with injury issues, particularly at left-back, where Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia were hardly available during the latter part of his tenure. Shaw, who hasn’t played for United since February, has returned to training. At the same time, Malacia participated in the club’s under-21 match on Tuesday night, after not playing since May 2023. Complications in his recovery from significant knee surgery nearly a year and a half ago kept him from playing during the last season. READ MORE: Manchester United gets significant injury boost with Tyrell Malacia returning after 517 days. READ MORE: Ruben Amorim suffered a setback with Manchester United injuries. Additionally, there is more good news regarding injuries. Leny Yoro is believed to be close to returning after fracturing his metatarsal during the pre-season, and as a result, he has not yet made his competitive debut for United. Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount, and Harry Maguire could all return for Amorim’s inaugural match against Ipswich Town on November 24. Amorim is anticipated to use the 3-4-3 formation that he predominantly employed during his tenure at Sporting CP. The last time United utilized a back-three at Old Trafford was in 2021. Therefore, the United squad will need to adapt to a completely new system, and ideally, Amorim will have all his key players fit. However, the circumstances at United have not been ideal for a while, and injuries are a common challenge in football. However, the recent injury sustained by Lisandro Martinez raises some concerns. He has pulled out of Argentina’s international duties for this break due to it, but the extent and details of his condition are still unclear.

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