Man Utd players will ‘step up’ for Amorim – Onana

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anchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana says the team’s players are ready to “step up” and will have no difficulty adjusting to new manager Ruben Amorim’s tactics.

United appointed the Sporting CP manager last week, with Amorim set to begin his role on November 11.

Interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has employed the 4-2-3-1 formation favored by Erik ten Hag in his two games in charge.

Amorim, known for using a 3-4-3 formation throughout his career, recently led Sporting to an impressive 4-1 Champions League victory over Manchester City on Tuesday.

“I did watch the game yesterday, it was a great victory for them,” said Onana.

“It’s a different system but my team-mates are all pragmatic. I think everyone here is capable of playing in each system so I don’t think this will be an issue for us.

“We have big players, they will step up.”

United host Greek champions PAOK on Thursday, looking for their first win in this season’s Europa League.

Leny Yoro, a £52m signing from Lille last summer, participated in full training on Wednesday after fracturing his foot in August.

The Frenchman is yet to make his competitive debut for the club.

“He’s been managed very well after his injury in pre-season, obviously we knew it was going to be a long one,” said Van Nistelrooy.

“It’s a big moment for him as it’s the first time that he’s been back in full training.

“We will bring him back partially over the coming weeks and look to get him on board as soon as possible.”

Midfielders Christian Eriksen, Mason Mount and Antony were also in training following recent absences.