Amorim sheds light on De Ligt injury

Amorim sheds light on De Ligt injuryThursday 04 December 2025 19:10Ruben Amorim has explained why Matthijs de Ligt is not in the Manchester United squad for the visit of West Ham United.The Netherlands international was one of two un-named players flagged as doubts before kick-off by the boss during his pre-match press conference at Carrington. It is the first game he has missed all season, having played every minute of Premier League action and coming on as a substitute in the Carabao Cup tie against Grimsby Town.Amorim does hope the problem will not keep the centre-back out of action for too long, with Wolverhampton Wanderers up next on Monday night. A busy spell follows throughout the month as the festive calendar ramps up. “It’s hard because, if you see that position, especially this year, it’s just Harry [Maguire] and Matta playing those positions,” he told Premier League Productions. “It is a blow. He is playing really really well. But I’m really excited with Ayden [Heaven]. He is working there. I think he has the right characteristics to play there. “It is a big opportunity for everyone to see Ayden.”For Matta, it is a small thing. I expect to have Matthijs next game [at Molineux].” Heaven, making his first league start of 2025/26, and Noussair Mazraoui have been selected in defence, alongside Luke Shaw, with Leny Yoro moving to the bench. Best wishes to Matthijs, here’s to a speedy recovery!Recommended:Thursday 04 December 2025 19:10Back to Top