As Manchester United prepare to host Leicester City in the Emirates FA Cup fourth round on Friday night, manager Ruben Amorim faces intriguing selection decisions. The match, kicking off at 20:00 GMT at Old Trafford, presents an opportunity for United to progress in their defence of the trophy they won last season.
Amorim’s squad has been bolstered by the arrivals of Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven, both of whom are eligible for selection. The potential debuts of these new signings add an element of excitement to the fixture, with fans eager to see how they might integrate into the team.
A key talking point is how Amorim will address the absence of Lisandro Martinez, who is sidelined due to injury. The Argentine’s absence leaves a significant void in United’s defence, and it remains to be seen who will step in to fill this crucial role.
Adding to the intrigue is the return of Ruud van Nistelrooy to Old Trafford, this time in the opposing dugout as Leicester City’s manager. The former United striker’s presence adds an emotional dimension to the cup tie.
Fans and pundits alike are speculating on Amorim’s potential lineup. Former United defenders Wes Brown and Danny Simpson, who boast six Premier League titles between them, have shared their predictions through the club’s United Predictions game. Brown, in particular, has suggested that new signing Patrick Dorgu could be in line for his debut start.
The selection of the forward line is another area of interest, with Kobbie Mainoo’s recent impressive performances in attacking positions potentially influencing Amorim’s decision.
As anticipation builds for this cup clash under the Old Trafford floodlights, supporters have got a glimpse of their new signings as they arrive this evening. Both Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven arrive for their first match pictured below:
🚨📸 New signings Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven arrive at Old Trafford for tonight’s game against Leicester! #MUFC [@UtdFaithfuls] pic.twitter.com/XfJlTdVOs6
— mufcmpb (@mufcMPB) February 7, 2025
