ANTONY will miss Manchester United’s Premier League clash with West Ham.
The £85million summer signing was subbed in the Red Devils’ midweek Europa League triumph over Sheriff.
But an injury has forced the Brazilian out of the visit of the Hammers.
Some United fans thought Antony’s showboating in the win over Sheriff cost him a place in the starting XI.
But manager Erik ten Hag rubbished that notion, saying: “No [it has nothing to do with that.
“He’s injured and I hope it’s not too bad. I think it’s too bad.
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“[And] in a couple of days, he will be back.”
Red Devils skipper Harry Maguire is set to return to the starting XI following a prolonged absence.
The England international hasn’t started since being dropped after the Red Devils’ horror shows against Brighton and Brentford.
But Ten Hag has opted to hand the club captain a starting berth for their clash with David Moyes’ troops.
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Maguire isn’t the only player returning to the starting XI.
Club legend Cristiano Ronaldo has also been selected to start this evening’s match at Old Trafford.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
