Manchester United remain locked in a tense Europa League quarter-final tie with Lyon, with everything to play for in the second leg at Old Trafford.
Ruben Amorim’s side were held to a frustrating 2-2 draw in France last week, a result that leaves the Red Devils with a slim advantage but little room for error.
United head into Thursday night’s second leg after a demoralising 4-1 defeat to Newcastle in the Premier League, further fuelling pressure on Amorim’s rotation and tactical decisions.
Despite heavy criticism, goalkeeper Andre Onana is expected to return to the starting lineup after being dropped for the clash against the Magpies, with Amorim insisting the Cameroonian needed time to “disconnect.”
Young talents like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho will be crucial for United, but they’ll have their work cut out at Old Trafford.
Now, Lyon have been handed a potentially game-changing injury update ahead of their visit to Manchester.
Paulo Fonseca, who missed the Ligue 1 clash against Auxerre on Sunday, confirmed in his pre-match press conference that one of his most exciting young talents is nearing a return.
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Malick Fofana, who missed the first leg due to a knee injury sustained in March, could be back just in time for the second leg at Old Trafford.
“Malick Fofana will be for Manchester United,” Fonseca revealed.
The 20-year-old Belgian winger has been sidelined for three games and hasn’t trained with the main squad, but Lyon are hopeful his pace and creativity can trouble United’s defensive line.
Fofana’s availability could be a huge boost for the French outfit as they aim to stun United on their home turf and book a spot in the Europa League semi-finals.
United, however, will be focused on asserting dominance early and silencing any comeback hopes, especially with their season now hinging on European success.
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