Marcus Rashford's absence from the squad against Southampton wasn't a story given the situation has rumbled on for over a month now. Rashford was missing against Arsenal due to sickness, but it feels like he's being kept away from the squad ahead of a departure from the club this month.

Manchester United face yet another South Coast team after Southampton this weekend as they welcome Brighton to Old Trafford. An own goal from Manuel Ugarte left Man United behind at the break but a sensational Amad Diallo hattrick in the late minutes of the match sent Ruben Amorim’s men with the three points.

Joshua Zirkzee is pushing to start when Manchester United takes on Brighton in the Premier League on Sunday. The Dutchman has had an impact off the bench against Arsenal and Southampton in recent matches and will hope to get the nod over Rasmus Hojlund,