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United’s Tottenham Plans Tested by Dorgu and Mazraoui Concerns

Dorgu injury leaves Manchester United assessing their left-back options, with Noussair Mazraoui also carrying a knock before Tottenham visit.

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
United’s Tottenham Plans Tested by Dorgu and Mazraoui Concerns
Key Things to Know
  • Patrick Dorgu suffered a hamstring injury with Denmark, leaving Manchester United short at left-back before hosting Tottenham.
  • Noussair Mazraoui sustained a knock playing for Morocco, leaving United with two uncertain options on the left flank.
  • United captain Bruno Fernandes is managing an ongoing problem but is expected to push through the pain barrier.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Patrick Dorgu faces a spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury with Denmark, creating selection issues for Manchester United at left-back ahead of their match against Tottenham. Fellow left-back option Noussair Mazraoui also picked up a knock on international duty with Morocco, while club captain Bruno Fernandes continues to manage an ongoing injury issue.

Tottenham face their own fitness problems ahead of the trip to Old Trafford, with Pedro Porro ruled out and Jan Paul van Hecke managing a foot injury. Dorgu's hamstring strain comes amid a congested international schedule that has triggered widespread muscle injuries across the Premier League.

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