Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha among absent Man Utd quartet days before Liverpool clash
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Casemiro, Matheus Cunha and Amad and star man Bruno Fernandes missed Manchester United training just a matter of days out from the team's trip to Liverpool this SundayBruno Fernandes was among four Manchester United players who were absent from training just days before the team's showdown with Liverpool. Portugal played closer to home, with Fernandes playing a pivotal role in their win against Ireland and subsequent draw with Hungary.Fernandes and Casemiro have been paired together in midfield in the early stages of the season, a decision that has sparked debate.READ MORE: Former Liverpool star takes family out of UK because it ‘isn’t what it was 15 years ago'READ MORE: Trent Alexander-Arnold learns his Liverpool vs Real Madrid fate after battling injuryCritics argue that Fernandes' influence is limited when playing deeper, while Casemiro's mobility on the pitch has been questioned.Cunha, who joined from Wolves during the summer, has already spent some time out this season, while Amad is still striving to hit top form after impressing last season in a struggling side.United are hoping to secure consecutive Premier League victories for the first time this season – and under Amorim's management – when they travel to Anfield.Success at the home of their Merseyside rivals has been elusive in recent years, although they did manage to secure a respectable draw last season.Amorim may have to make do without Noussair Mazraoui, who has been absent from the last two matches due to a minor injury.
Lisandro Martinez was also absent from training, but the Argentine is nearing a comeback following significant knee surgery.United have suffered three defeats in their seven games this season, leaving them in a mid-table position. Two of these losses were against top six teams, with both Manchester City and Arsenal outperforming them.Despite the chatter on the red side of Manchester, they will travel to Anfield to face a team that had suffered defeat in their three games before the international break.
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