Man Utd down to bare bones? Erik ten Hag reveals 'illnesses' in squad ahead of West Ham clash as Red Devils boss provides Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez, Mason Mount and Harry Maguire injury updates

The Red Devils are grappling with fresh injury concerns as they gear up to face West Ham in the Premier League. The Dutch tactician informed about a certain illness which has forced certain players to run a race against time to get fit before the clash at London Stadium on Saturday.

Speaking to reporters, Ten Hag said: "We have some doubts, we had some illnesses during the week, so we have to see who is available for tomorrow."

When asked specifically about the injury status of Casemiro & Lisandro Martinez, Ten Hag added: "They [Martinez and Casemiro] are not available before Christmas. Mid-January, we expect them back. Mason Mount is similar, into January. Harry Maguire, I expect him early on [in the new year]. Victor Lindelof is not available. He has done surgery so he will be out for a couple of weeks."

Despite the setbacks, Bruno Fernandes returns to contention after serving a suspension, providing a boost to the midfield. Moreover, Christian Eriksen's potential return to action after recovering from a knee injury brings a glimmer of hope. However, Diogo Dalot will miss the clash after he was given the marching orders against Liverpool for dissent.