Tottenham to be without creative midfielder for Old Trafford trip

Manchester United is set to encounter Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup’s third round, marking a crucial moment for Erik ten Hag’s side amidst a tumultuous season thus far.

Having faced eliminations from both the Champions League and the Carabao Cup, United pins their hopes for silverware on the FA Cup, emphasizing its significance as their solitary potential avenue for a trophy.

Following this Cup fixture, United aims to regain their winning momentum in the Premier League against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford.

In the initial fixture this season, United suffered a comprehensive defeat, setting the stage for Tottenham’s status as favorites in the upcoming clash. Nonetheless, recent matches at Old Trafford have instilled confidence in the Reds.

James Maddison, formerly of Leicester City, notably contributed to Tottenham’s triumphant 2-0 win over United last August, showcasing his prowess on the pitch.

However, just before the anticipated fixture, Tottenham’s manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed Maddison’s absence from the game due to injury, quoting, “[Maddison] not training with us yet mate, and I’ve said before until they’re training with us, it is hard for me to put a timeline on it.

He’s running with the sports science crew but not with us and not likely to be with us in the next couple of weeks, I don’t think.”

United grappled with a series of injuries this season, yet Erik ten Hag might receive some positive news in the upcoming week.

Recent reports disclosed the return of Casemiro and Lisandro Martinez to full training after enduring lengthy spells on the sidelines. Their potential availability for the impending fixture remains uncertain, but their return could significantly bolster United’s prospects for a favorable outcome.

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