Six players to miss Sunderland vs Manchester United clash

Manchester United’s strong run under Michael Carrick continues to build momentum, with the Reds sitting comfortably in the top three after securing Champions League qualification with a statement win over Liverpool.

That 3-2 victory not only strengthened their position in the table but also extended their impressive recent form, with United now looking to finish the season strongly in the final stretch of Premier League fixtures.

Attention now turns to a tricky away trip, where they will be expected to maintain their momentum against a Sunderland side fighting to end their campaign on a positive note.

Manchester United travel to the Stadium of Light on Saturday afternoon, where they will face a Sunderland team dealing with several selection concerns ahead of the clash.

The hosts will be without defender Dan Ballard after he was handed a suspension following a VAR-reviewed incident in their 1-1 draw with Wolves, ruling him out for the remainder of the season.

Regis Le Bris does, however, have a relatively positive injury picture otherwise, with Romaine Mundle still sidelined due to a hamstring issue, Bertrand Traore close to returning from a knee problem, and Nilson Angulo gradually working his way back from a muscle injury.

For United, injury news remains mixed but largely stable as they head into the fixture.

Matthijs de Ligt remains unavailable with a persistent back issue, with no confirmed return date yet.

He is back in training and doing individual work.

Benjamin Sesko is a doubt after being forced off against Liverpool following a heavy knock to his shin,

Benjamin Sesko will be assessed ahead of kickoff.

On the positive side, United have no suspensions for the match, with Lisandro Martinez available again after completing his three-game ban and returning to the squad.

With United in strong form and chasing a high finish, the clash presents another important opportunity to continue their momentum heading into the final weeks of the season.