da brwin： Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says Amad Diallo could make a return against Aston Villa after a long layoff, along with defender Raphael Varane.

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Man Utd host Villa on Boxing DayTen Hag issued injury updatesAmad & Varane set to return WHAT HAPPENED?

The forward is under consideration for inclusion in the matchday squad after recovering from a knee injury sustained in pre-season. He has been training with the group since the first week of December and could feature against Unai Emery's men. Meanwhile, Varane has recovered from his illness which had kept him out of the disappointing defeat at West Ham.

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Speaking to reporters, Ten Hag said: "I think hopefully Rapha Varane will return. So for the rest: maybe Amad Diallo. See how far he is. He has trained for two weeks now. They are probably the ones who can maybe return."

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However, Anthony Martial remains unwell, with no confirmation on his return date. Although United are unlikely to trigger the one-year extension in Martial's contract, Ten Hag also indicated there are no immediate plans to sell him in January.

"He's still unwell," Ten Hag said. "When we have news [on selling Martial], then of course I will tell it. But that is not our aim."

DID YOU KNOW?

Man Utd have a very good record on Boxing Day. In fact, no English side has won more league games on 26 December than the Red Devils' 53.