Confirmed Man Utd team news vs Newcastle: Amorim rocked by four injury absences, gives update on Fernandes

Manchester United are set to host Newcastle United in the Premier League on Friday.

United head coach Ruben Amorim confirmed the grim team news ahead of the Boxing Day showdown.

Amorim said in his pre-match press conference (via ManUtd.com): “No, not for this game (possible return of Mainoo and Fernandes).

“They are recovering. I don’t think that it is going to take a lot of time. Kobbie is going to return faster than Bruno.

“I don’t want to say [how long Bruno will be out].