Manchester United Hit by Fresh Training Blow as Four Key Players Miss Session Ahead of Liverpool Clash

‎Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim faces renewed pressure after four key players missed training ahead of Sunday’s high-stakes Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield. Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha, Amad Diallo, and Casemiro were all absent from first-team training, raising concerns about the club’s readiness for one of the season’s most pivotal fixtures.

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‎Manchester United face a major setback as Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Cunha, and Diallo miss training before the Liverpool showdown.

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‎The quartet’s absence followed their recent international duties, and reports indicate that their omission is precautionary rather than injury-related. Amorim’s squad already faces fitness challenges, with Noussair Mazraoui sidelined through injury and Lisandro Martinez still undergoing rehabilitation from knee surgery. Martinez is not expected to return before the next international break in November.

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‎To bolster the numbers, several academy prospects, including Shea Lacey, Jim Thwaites, and Jack Fletcher, trained with the senior team. Defender Ayden Heaven, however, was unavailable after being withdrawn at half-time during England’s Under-20s fixture against Switzerland last week.

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‎Liverpool Seek Revival as Rivalry Reaches Milestone

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‎Liverpool enter the contest sitting second in the Premier League but are eager to end a three-match losing streak that cost them top spot to Arsenal. The fixture marks the 100th meeting between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield, adding further significance to one of football’s most storied rivalries.

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‎United’s form remains inconsistent under Amorim, who has guided the club to just one win in their last four league matches. The Reds occupy tenth place after a narrow victory over Sunderland before the international break. Their last win at Anfield came nine visits ago, highlighting the scale of the challenge they face on Merseyside.

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‎Liverpool manager Arne Slot confirmed that goalkeeper Alisson remains sidelined with a hamstring injury but expects Ibrahima Konate and Ryan Gravenberch to return to action. “He’s not training with us, so he’s out,” Slot stated on Alisson’s condition. “It’s hard to say when he’ll be back, but he won’t play this weekend or next week.”

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‎Amorim Under Scrutiny Amid Poor League Record

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‎Ruben Amorim continues to battle mounting pressure following a turbulent run since his appointment last November. United’s 27.3 percent win rate under his leadership is the lowest of any permanent manager in the Premier League era. The team finished 15th last season and currently sits mid-table after an inconsistent campaign marked by early cup exits and struggles on the road.

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‎Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has publicly backed Amorim, insisting the Portuguese coach retains the club’s full support despite the disappointing results. A positive outcome against Liverpool could provide a vital lift for both the manager and his players.

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‎United’s Away Form Adds to Concerns

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‎Manchester United’s difficulties extend beyond injuries and form. The club has gone eight Premier League away games without a win since their 3–0 victory over Leicester City in March. Their last longer winless run on the road dates back to September 1989, under Sir Alex Ferguson, when they went 11 matches without an away victory.

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‎Amorim is expected to provide updates on the fitness of Fernandes, Casemiro, Diallo, and Cunha during his pre-match press conference. United will need a full-strength lineup to challenge Liverpool’s formidable record at Anfield as they seek momentum in a season yet to find consistency.