Rashford, Mount, Shaw - Manchester United injury news and return dates ahead of FA Cup clash

Manchester United return to action after the Premier League winter break this weekend when they travel to League Two club Newport County in the FA Cup fourth round.

United have already dispatched one lower-league opponent in this year's competition after knocking Wigan Athletic out in the third round. However, Erik ten Hag has insisted he will not be taking the Exiles lightly on Sunday as the Reds look to keep their only realistic chances of winning silverware alive.

During his pre-match press conference, Ten Hag confirmed one guaranteed starter this weekend. Backup shot-stopper Altay Bayindir will make his debut after his summer arrival from Fenerbahce as Andre Onana is absent at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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Ten Hag also confirmed some injury worries on Friday as well as some welcome news elsewhere. With this in mind, MEN Sport has rounded up the latest injury updates below.

Injury: Illness

What we know so far: The Reds announced Rashford arrived for training ill on Friday. United have since confirmed to MEN Sport this illness is not related to the pictures circulating on social media of the winger in Belfast on Wednesday night.

Potential return date: January 28 vs Newport County

Injury: Calf

What we know so far: Mount has been battling with this injury for some time now. On Friday, the Reds posted images of the former Chelsea man in the gym at Carrington as he continues his recovery.

Potential return date: February

Injury: Unspecified and illness

What we know so far: Having been missing since the festive victory over Aston Villa, Ten Hag confirmed the full-back is fit for a return this