Rashford at full-back, lifeline for Maguire: how Manchester United could line up against Ipswich in Ruben Amorim's first game
Rubén Amorim's first game in charge of Manchester United is expected to be the trip to Ipswich on November 24.
The new boss He will replace the sacked Erik ten Hag after the international break. after overseeing Sporting's next three games.
Meanwhile, Ruud van Nistelrooy willpower remain in his interim role Meanwhile, for the Red Devils.
United face ChelseaPAOK and Leicester before the international break next month.
Amorim's tenure will begin at Portman Road against the Tractor Boys.
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He is also likely to see the debut of his preferred 3-4-3 formation, which has seen him win two league titles in four years with Sporting.
The 39-year-old's tactical approach sees him preferring wingers to full-backs in his full-back positions.
Meanwhile, he has tended to pair a defensive player with a more creative option in midfield.
These factors give clues as to how United could line up against Ipswich in just over three weeks.
However, amorim He will also have to juggle his new club's injury list.
Tyrell Malacia, bricklayer assemblyAntony and Noussair Mazraoui are currently being evaluated to determine the extent of their injuries.
It is also unknown when Luke Shaw will return next his last setback.
Harry Maguire It is expected to be available next month, in time for the arrival of Amorim.
Kobbie Mainoo and Leny Yoro will also return before November 24, although it may be too soon for the defender.
Yoro has not played since being injured on United's pre-season tour in July.
Maguire's return will give Amorim's first three-man defense a boost as he lines up alongside Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martínez.
André Onana is almost certain to keep his place in goal after an impressive start to the campaign for the Cameroonian.
As for the midfield, Manuel Ugarte and Bruno Fernandez They provide United's most obvious partnership in line with Amorim's balance of defense and creativity.
Injuries mean Diogo Dalot He will probably play as a right back, with Mark Rashford on the opposite flank.
Amorim could then complete its team with a young forward formed by Amad Diallo, Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho.
The new United manager has the option to choose between Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzeeand the pair have only scored three goals between them this season.
However, Hojlund currently surpasses the summer signing with two goals to his name in nine appearances.