Latest Man United injury news as four miss Tottenham with Erik ten Hag advantage clear

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag finds himself back to square one after two straight draws. After failing to beat Crystal Palace last week, United's European campaign started with a disappointing stalemate with FC Twente.

Eight games into the 2024/25 season and Ten Hag's stock has dropped, risen and dipped all in the space of two months. Sunday's game with Tottenham presents an opportunity to return to winning ways, though it won't be easy.

Like Ten Hag and United, Ange Postecoglou and Spurs have struggled to spark their season so far. Frustrating results against Leicester CIty, Newcastle and Arsenal have left them just above United on goal difference.

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Following Thursday night's misery against Twente, United will look to continue their fine record at Old Trafford against Tottenham. The Red Devils have only lost twice in the previous 11 encounters between the two.

Fortunately for Ten Hag, there are no fresh injury concerns. That means that only four players are unavailable for Sunday in Luke Shaw (calf), Leny Yoro (fractured metatarsal), Victor Lindelof (toe) and Tyrell Malacia (knee).

"I think it will be a very intensive game," Ten Hag said. "It always is against Tottenham and I think it's our style as well, I think it's gonna be a very dynamic, attractive game.

"Every opponent has strengths and weaknesses. Tottenham have their strengths, definitely. Their philosophy is very clear, very attacking, but that also leaves space but they take into account and that can maybe help.

"But you have to be