TEAM NEWS
Victor Lindelof featured on the United bench in Sunday’s game against Spurs, while Tyrell Malacia was involved in training last week as he makes progress in his recovery.
Both Kobbie Mainoo and Mason Mount were forced off, with Erik explaining that he needs to “see how they recover” in the coming days before he can confirm their availability for the trip to Portugal.
Harry Maguire was not involved on Sunday, due to sustaining a knock in training, and Leny Yoro and Luke Shaw remain out through injury. Bruno Fernandes’s suspension, following his red card against Spurs, applies to domestic fixtures so our skipper is available for Thursday.
Porto boss Vitor Bruno has been without defender Ivan Marcano and midfielder Fabio Vieira – on loan from Arsenal – in recent games. The hosts’ squad is expected to be confirmed before matchday comes around.