“There’s no need to waste time before integrating them into the team. We need more young players to play for the team” – This is according to Ruben Amorim as he drops Ayden Heaven and Patrick Dorgu’s debut status with him providing a clue ahead of Manchester United vs. Leicester clash.

Manchester United aims to keep its hopes of securing back-to-back FA Cup titles alive on Friday.

Following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Arsenal in the third round, manager Ruben Amorim will be hoping for a more straightforward encounter this time around.

Despite some promising performances under Amorim, United’s form remains inconsistent, with their most recent setback being a 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace. However, Friday’s match presents the first real opportunity for the club’s January signings to make an impact.

Ayden Heaven and Patrick Dorgu, who were introduced to fans at Old Trafford last weekend, could be in line for their debuts against Leicester. Amorim has now addressed the possibility of their inclusion in the squad.

Will Ayden Heaven and Patrick Dorgu Make Their Debut?

Speaking in a press conference ahead of the FA Cup tie, Amorim was asked about the chances of his new signings making their first appearances.

“We’ll see, you guys have to wait until tomorrow, but they are ready to play and provide two more options at the moment,” Amorim stated, keeping his plans under wraps but confirming both players are fit and available.

Given United’s current squad situation and the level of opposition, there is a strong likelihood that both players will feature. Heaven’s arrival has become particularly significant following Lisandro Martínez’s injury, while Dorgu’s addition helps address a key area in Amorim’s squad. Heaven, who has been handed the No.26 shirt, may be thrown straight into action.

Ruben Amorim Highlights Patrick Dorgu’s Versatility

With United trimming their squad as part of Ineos’ ongoing rebuild, squad depth—especially in attacking positions—has become a growing concern. This is where Dorgu’s adaptability comes into play.

Capable of operating on either side as a wing-back and even in advanced attacking roles, Dorgu offers flexibility to Amorim’s tactical setup. The manager acknowledged this, stating:

“We need players who can fill multiple roles. With Dorgu, we now have another option for both flanks, though of course, it will take time and won’t fix all our issues immediately.”

Although primarily left-footed, Dorgu could be deployed at left wing-back, a position where United needs reinforcements. Additionally, there is speculation that young talent Dante Plunkett, who has been involved in first-team training, could also be in contention for minutes.