Uefa Europa League: Sevilla V Manchester United – Early team news for Thursday’s clash

Three of the starting XI that Erik ten Hag selected for Manchester United’s 2-2 draw against Sevilla at Old Trafford will definitely miss Thursday’s second leg in Spain.

Manchester United Portuguese midfielder, Bruno Fernandes
Manchester United Portuguese midfielder, Bruno Fernandes. Photo: Getty Images

Bruno Fernandes has played in 49 of United’s 51 games in all competitions this season, but he will have to sit this one out through suspension, after he was booked in the first half of last week’s encounter.

The Reds will also be without arguably our first-choice centre-back pairing.

Lisandro Martinez is out for the season following the metatarsal fracture he suffered in the closing stages of Sevilla’s visit, while Raphael Varane will spend a few weeks on the sidelines.

Donny van de Beek, who celebrates his 26th birthday today (Tuesday) was ruled out for the season in January, following knee surgery.

SEVILLA TEAM NEWS

Sevilla will be without right-back Gonzalo Montiel, who was cautioned during the first half at Old Trafford, meaning he must serve a one-match suspension. Former Manchester City man Jesus Navas is the likely replacement, having started Sunday’s crucial 2-0 win over Valencia in La Liga.

Alex Telles was also suspended for the trip to Valencia but the on-loan United full-back is available to play against the Reds. He was an unused substitute in Manchester last week, with Acuna getting the nod on the left side of defence.manutd.com

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