Three stars in doubt: Amorim ready to gamble on new-look Man Utd attack vs Bournemouth

Manchester United will host AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League on Monday night.

United manager Ruben Amorim has already confirmed that both Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt will miss the clash due to their respective injuries.

Benjamin Sesko is also a major doubt after suffering food poisoning.

The selection dilemma does not end there.

Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui are set to feature in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Their availability remains uncertain, forcing United into a nervous wait ahead of kick-off.

As things stand, Amorim may have little choice but to entrust Leny Yoro, Ayden Heaven and Luke Shaw with holding the defensive line.

The injury and availability crisis could also compel the Portuguese coach to roll the dice and unveil a fresh-look attack against the Cherries.

Fernandes and Mount in attack

Mason Mount deservingly earned special praise from Amorim in the pre-match press conference on Friday.

With three goals in his last four starts, Mount is poised to keep his place and carry his growing momentum.

Matheus Cunha is also expected to spearhead the attack, especially with Sesko’s involvement hanging in the balance.

The right-sided number 10 position could cause major headaches for Amorim.

Only Mbeumo and Diallo have played in that position for the Red Devils this campaign.

Amorim may now be forced to think creatively and unleash Bruno Fernandes in a more advanced number 10 role.

The United captain delivered a masterclass against Wolves, racking up two goals and an assist.

Granted licence to roam, Fernandes repeatedly burst beyond the defence and dictated the tempo in the final third.

Fernandes and Mount will bring a lot of creativity to the attack with their vision and incisive ball distribution.

Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .