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By Oliver Thomas, Senior Reporter | 19h
Manchester United aims to secure their second consecutive Premier League victory within four days as they host Bournemouth at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon.

The Red Devils earned maximum points with a 2-1 home win against Chelsea on Wednesday, thanks to a brace from Scott McTominay.

While Erik ten Hag faces ongoing pressure to reverse Man United’s fortunes, the midweek triumph has elevated them to sixth place in the top-flight standings and brought them within three points of rivals Manchester City in fourth.

Here, Sports Mole provides updates on the latest injury and suspension news ahead of the clash with Andoni Iraola’s side.

Casemiro

• Status: Out
• Type of Injury: Hamstring
• Possible Return Date: Unknown

Casemiro sustained a hamstring injury during the EFL Cup defeat to Newcastle United on November 1, and the midfielder is not expected to return to first-team action before Christmas.

Lisandro Martinez

• Status: Out
• Type of Injury: Foot
• Possible Return Date: Unknown

Lisandro Martinez, who underwent a second operation for a foot injury in October, requires additional time for recovery. The defender may not return to first-team action until the New Year.

Tyrell Malacia

• Status: Out
• Type of Injury: Knee
• Possible Return Date: Unknown

Tyrell Malacia has not played for Man United this season due to a long-term knee injury, targeting a return in the New Year.

Christian Eriksen

• Status: Out
• Type of Injury: Knee
• Possible Return Date: Unknown

Christian Eriksen sustained a knee injury in the win over Luton Town last month. Ten Hag recently confirmed that it will take “some weeks” before the playmaker returns to the first-team fold.

Raphael Varane

• Status: Major Doubt
• Type of Injury: Back
• Possible Return Date: December 9 (vs. Bournemouth)

Raphael Varane was absent from the midweek win over Chelsea due to a “sore back.” It remains uncertain when the defender will recover in time for Saturday’s match.

Mason Mount

• Status: Minor Doubt
• Type of Injury: Calf
• Possible Return Date: December 9 (vs. Bournemouth)

Mason Mount has missed Man United’s last four games with a calf problem, remaining a doubt for the visit of Bournemouth.