Two stars out, one doubt: Amorim set to unveil new Man United defence vs Bournemouth

Manchester United will face AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Monday night.

The Red Devils arrive buoyed by an emphatic 4–1 dismantling of Wolverhampton Wanderers and will be eager to turn that statement performance into a winning run.

Bournemouth are never an easy opponent, but their recent slump presents United with a golden chance to seize maximum points.

Ruben Amorim has already confirmed that both Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt will sit out the encounter as injury worries continue to mount.

The United manager also stopped short of confirming Noussair Mazraoui’s availability, adding another layer of uncertainty to his defensive plans.

The 28-year-old is preparing to depart United soon for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) duty.

Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo are also set to leave for international commitments.

Big day for Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven

Amorim has shown growing faith in Ayden Heaven, trusting the teenager at the heart of defence in back-to-back fixtures.

The teenager put on a nervy show against West Ham United but looked more composed at Molineux.

He could be handed another start in that role on Monday.

Luke Shaw has been ever-present for the Red Devils in the 2025-26 campaign.

The 30-year-old will retain his starting spot and be given the responsibility to lead the defensive unit.

Leny Yoro could be drafted back into the starting XI at right centre-back.

The French youth international suffered a dip in form after a strong start to the season.

However, those growing pains are widely viewed as part of his development.

Yoro, Heaven and Shaw have yet to start a match together, but that could change on Monday.

Lisandro Martinez made his long-awaited return recently.

Amorim has been smartly managing his minutes and the Argentina international could make another appearance from the bench.

A United victory could propel the Red Devils into fourth place, depending on how the weekend unfolds elsewhere.

Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .