Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has announced injury updates for his squad before their upcoming Premier League match against Brentford on Saturday. During his Friday press conference, Ten Hag confirmed that former captain Harry Maguire and midfielder Kobbie Mainoo will both be sidelined for “a few weeks.”

“Noussair Mazraoui is available for selection,” Ten Hag stated, offering some good news amidst the injury concerns.

Currently, Manchester United sits in 14th place in the league table, having managed only two victories and suffering three losses in their first seven matches. The team will be looking to improve their form against Brentford as they seek to climb the standings.

Arsenal defender Ben White has lauded teammate Bukayo Saka for his impressive football understanding and teamwork. White, who plays on the right side of Arsenal’s defense, highlighted Saka’s commitment to sharing defensive responsibilities from his position on the wing.

In a conversation with former England goalkeeper Ben Foster on Amazon Prime, White explained, “If I’m on the ball in the pocket, then maybe I’m getting ready to throw the ball, but when it’s mine or Bukayo’s, you’re flying.” He emphasized the significant impact Saka has on his defensive efforts.

“The amount of defending he does for me… it’s crazy. He never leaves me in a one-vs-one situation, which is obviously a massive help for me when I’m up against Rashford,” White added, underscoring the importance of teamwork in their defensive strategy under Mikel Arteta.

Sporting Lisbon head coach, Ruben Amorim, has addressed the ongoing speculation regarding his potential appointment as Pep Guardiola’s successor at Manchester City. With Guardiola’s contract expiring next summer and no current negotiations for an extension, rumors have been swirling about who might take over should he depart.

The speculation intensified following the appointment of Hugo Viana, a close associate of Amorim, as City’s new director of football. However, Amorim clarified in an interview with Cabine Desportiva that his career path is separate from Viana’s, stating, “Hugo Viana and I, we have different and separate paths. His appointment doesn’t mean that I’m going to Manchester City. We just have a very professional relationship, which will not last forever.”

Amorim’s remarks aim to quell any misunderstandings about his future while emphasizing his focus on his current role at Sporting Lisbon. As Guardiola’s future remains uncertain, City fans and pundits will be watching closely to see how the situation unfolds in the coming months.