Manchester United’s squad travelling to Merseyside for Sunday’s Premier League fixture against Everton will feature several absentees as Michael Carrick assesses his available options ahead of the 2pm kick-off at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The club secured back-to-back victories with their emphatic 5-2 triumph over Ipswich Town, leaving them with three points heading into the encounter.
Carrick’s side will aim to build on that result but faces selection challenges with multiple players remaining unavailable.
Summer acquisition Carlos Baleba continues his recovery from an ankle problem sustained during pre-season preparations and will not feature in the matchday squad.
The midfielder’s debut remains on hold as he works towards full fitness.
Manuel Ugarte remains a long-term absentee following a knee ligament injury sustained at the World Cup.
The Uruguay international underwent surgery and missed the entirety of pre-season, with no specific return date established.
Matthijs de Ligt has been absent since November with a back complaint.
The defender has resumed training but the club is adopting a cautious approach to his rehabilitation without rushing his comeback.
Goalkeeper Tom Heaton continues his recovery from a hamstring injury sustained during pre-season.
No definitive timeline has been provided for his return to action.
Amad’s availability remains uncertain after the winger suffered a muscle injury during training.
No specific timeframe for his recovery has been confirmed.
Positive news comes in the form of Luke Shaw and Mason Mount, who could both feature against Everton.
Shaw was substituted during the victory over Ipswich Town with a fitness concern but is anticipated to be ready for Sunday’s match.
Mount sustained a minor injury during pre-season against Paris Saint-Germain on August 8 and has not been included in any matchday squad since that encounter.
The England international has now returned to training with the group following recovery from a foot injury.