Erik ten Hag has provided a positive update on Tyrell Malacia's injury.
The left-back has been out since May last year with knee problems that required several operations, but he is now close to returning to action.
Asked about the defender on Friday, Ten Hag said: “Of course we want to motivate him to come back, but it's not easy when you're out for so long.
“It's been a whole season since the injury, but he's been working really hard and is really progressing now. He's making big steps, so we think we can expect him in the team soon, he's talented, that's natural. I also expect him to be able to get back into the game soon.”