“I don’t know how we are going to be about to handle Brentford on Saturday. We are lacking defensively because most of our defenders have gotten injuries from their international matches” – Terrible situation hits Manchester United as Erik ten Hag faces a major dilemma with Manchester United’s full-back options ahead of the clash with Brentford.

Erik ten Hag is dealing with a left-back selection dilemma ahead of Manchester United’s Premier League return.

With Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, and Noussair Mazraoui all unavailable for the Brentford match, Diogo Dalot is fit, but Harry Amass and Victor Lindelof may also see some playing time.

Erik ten Hag is grappling with a defensive selection crisis as Manchester United prepare to host Brentford following the October international break.

The Dutchman is under mounting pressure, with United experiencing their worst-ever start to a Premier League season, collecting just eight points from seven matches and sitting 14th in the table.

The Red Devils have struggled both in attack, with key players like Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, and Alejandro Garnacho underperforming, and in defense, where heavy defeats to Liverpool and Tottenham have highlighted serious issues.

A lengthy injury list, which has been a persistent problem since last season, may leave Ten Hag without up to ten senior players for the Brentford clash.

The left-back position has been particularly problematic. Injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia have forced Diogo Dalot to cover on the left, despite being more comfortable on the right.

The situation is further complicated by Noussair Mazraoui’s absence due to a precautionary heart procedure during the international break, although he is expected to return before November.

In the meantime, Ten Hag must find another solution at left-back, with Shaw, Malacia, and Mazraoui all unavailable.

Seventeen-year-old Harry Amass, who featured during pre-season, may have a chance to make his competitive debut, while Victor Lindelof, who has previously filled in at left-back, could be another option.

Additionally, United are dealing with the absences of Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire, and there are fitness concerns surrounding Garnacho, Mason Mount, Kobbie Mainoo, and Manuel Ugarte, who was injured while playing for Uruguay.