Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial have resumed training ahead of the Manchester derby. However, Harry Maguire, who is currently under-fire will not be a part of the derby.
Meanwhile, Ten Hag has stated that he is certain that captain Maguire will turn things around.
The Red Devils will play their first Premier League match since beating Arsenal 3-1 on September 4. This is due to the Crystal Palace and Leeds fixtures being called off following the death of the Queen.
High-flying neighbours Manchester City are sure to provide a stern test for United, who go looking for a fifth successive Premier League victory without skipper Maguire in the squad.
The center-back sustained an injury while playing for England during the international break, while Rashford and Martial were regaining their fitness.
What Did Ten Hag Say About Maguire?
“Harry Maguire is injured,” Ten Hag said. “I think for the rest we have some doubts with Anthony Martial.
“But he was training all week with the group so I’m really happy with that situation. He’s performing really well in training, he makes a good impression.
“Rashford, he returns into training so also we are happy with that. For the rest, I think only the long-term injuries like Axel Tuanzebe and Brandon Williams are not available.”
Ten Hag speaking about his faith in Maguire said: “First of all, of course I have to coach him, I have to back him. But I back him because I believe in him.
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“In the period I worked with him in pre-season was good, I think I would say really good – training and games.
“Then he fell out (of the starting line-up)- but it’s also to do with the good performance of the centre-backs who are playing now.
“But I can see the qualities. Even after he wasn’t in the team, he trained really well but more important the quality was really there.
“You see his career, almost 50 caps for England. With Leicester and Man United, he’s performing really well so what you see is he has a high potential.
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“Then it’s about him. The players in the dressing room, the coaches, the manager, we all believe in him. Now it is about him.
“That is what I told him. I’m sure he can do it. He will turn around this. I am really convinced of that.”
Ten Hag heads into his first Manchester derby after being named Premier League manager of the month for September. Meanwhile, Rashford won the players’ award in a double win for United.
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