Interim head coach Michael Carrick has revealed that Matheus Cunha and Luke Shaw are injury doubts for Manchester United's Premier League match against Liverpool on Sunday. According to the club, a win could secure United's Champions League spot, while Liverpool have confirmed Mohamed Salah will miss the game and a late call will be made on Alisson. Cunha missed United's 2-1 win over Brentford due to a hip flexor issue, Carrick said.
The forward was seen back in first-team training on Thursday, the interim manager confirmed. Shaw was withdrawn in the second half against Brentford after picking up a knock, Carrick added. Speaking at a press conference, Carrick said of Cunha: "We're in good shape really.
We're in good shape really. Matheus has done a little bit of work, so we're hopeful. We're not sure but we're hopeful.
Matheus has done a little bit of work, so we're hopeful. " Carrick also confirmed that defender Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined with a long-standing back issue. According to the interim boss, Patrick Dorgu could be in line to feature after returning to the matchday squad against Brentford for the first time since January.
Since taking over, Carrick has led United to wins over Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea, the club confirms. He described the rivalry with Liverpool as "a really special game" due to its history and emotion.
With Luke [Shaw], we aren't sure if he will be ready but we are hopeful.
It's certainly always been one of my favourite games, without a doubt. It is a standout game.
There are obviously big games and rivalries that we have with other teams, but this one is certainly right up there because of the history, the ups and downs this match-up has produced in the past, the entertainment and the emotion. All of those things make it a really special game.
When I think about this game, the first thing that comes to mind is that air of competition really, irrespective of league positions over the years. Things like that have never changed the emotion of the players and the supporters. I also really appreciate what it means to them.