Rúben Amorim expects Matthijs de Ligt to be available again when Manchester United travel to Molineux to take on Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday.
United suffered a disappointing 1-1 stalemate against West Ham United in the league yesterday.
The Red Devils looked well placed to beat the Hammers at Old Trafford and moved ahead when Diogo Dalot struck in the 58th minute.
They appeared to be on their way to a second straight victory until Soungoutou Magassa produced an equalizer for the visitors in the 83rd minute.
United suffered the consequences of not taking their chances and should have secured all three points comfortably.
United suffered a major setback before kick-off, with Matthijs de Ligt unavailable after an injury.
The 26-year-old has been one of United’s best players this season but a knock kept him out of the game against the Hammers. However, Amorim has indicated he expects him to return for the meeting with Wolves.
In Thursday’s match, Ayden Heaven was given a starting role, although the youngster endured an opening Test period, collected a booking and was withdrawn at half-time for Leny Yoro.
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United felt the Dutchman’s absence at several points in the match, but he is still expected to return for the trip to the West Midlands.
Ruben Amorim described the setback as ‘a small matter’ and is convinced that the former Ajax captain should be ready on Monday evening.
“It’s hard because when you see that position, especially this year, it’s just Harry [Maguire] and Matta plays in those positions,’ Amorim told the press ahead of the 1-1 draw against West Ham at Old Trafford.
‘It’s a blow. He plays really well. But I’m very excited about Ayden [Heaven]. He works there. I think he has the right qualities to play there.
“It’s a great opportunity for everyone to see Ayden. For Matta it is just a small thing. I expect to have Matthijs there for the next match [at Molineux].’
Having made 14 appearances for the Red Devils this season and finding the net once, De Ligt’s availability for the game with Wolves would provide a significant boost if United are to seize the opportunity to move closer to the top four.
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