Injury-hit Man United face Atletico in Champions League

Manchester United's head coach Michael Carrick is concerned about the fitness of Kobbie Mainoo and Luke Shaw for their upcoming Champions League match against Atletico Madrid. Mainoo played the full 90 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur, but Shaw was substituted in the later stages of the game. Both players are considered major doubts for the match, with a final decision expected this afternoon.

Matthijs de Ligt, who hasn't played for Manchester United in nearly a year, was present at training. Benjamin Sesko, Patrick Dorgu, Noussair Mazraoui, Shea Lacey, Harry Amass, and Jack Fletcher are all set to miss the game. Carlos Baleba made his debut for the Red Devils during the match against Tottenham, and he may now start against Atletico.

Andrey Santos and Mason Mount could also be options, while Leny Yoro's starting position at right-back could lead to Diogo Dalot being introduced at left-back. Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has dismissed claims that United are a pushover, stating that the English team is capable of making the game difficult for them. Atletico will be coming into the match in good form after winning their last four matches, including a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid on home soil on September 20.