Manchester United player ratings vs Newport County as Luke Shaw and Lisandro Martinez good

Luke Shaw is a doubt for Manchester United's trip to Luton Town on Sunday but Erik ten Hag will give the left-back as long as possible to prove his fitness.

Manchester United are continuing their preparations ahead of their trip to Kenilworth Road to face Luton Town this weekend.

Cristiano Ronaldo had a reassuring message for Rio Ferdinand when he expressed doubts about Diogo Dalot's abilities early in his Manchester United career. Dalot, who has been a key player for Erik ten Hag this season, has made 32 appearances and scored two goals. He also assisted Scott McTominay's winning goal against Aston Villa last weekend.

Michael Owen has called for Scott McTominay to be given a more regular role in Manchester United's side after his latest match-winner against Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon.

Kobbie Mainoo is looking like he will have a bright future at Manchester United as the Academy graduate continues to shine after a breakthrough into the first-team squad this season. His introduction - and subsequent impact - might have come even sooner had it not been for him suffering an injury setback last summer.

Diogo Dalot has picked his moments for assists this season. The first teed up Alejandro Garnacho for the goal of the season and the second invited Scott McTominay to resume his matchwinner mode.

Manchester United are finding form at the right time under Erik ten Hag following a difficult Christmas period. The Reds are now back in the hunt for Champions League football with three months of action remaining.

Manchester United have received a significant boost in their race for a Premier League top-four finish following a devastating injury blow to fellow hopefuls Aston Villa.

Gary Neville has laid out the challenge Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag faces to impress Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Scott McTominay stepped off the bench to score a late winner and help Manchester United extend their winning run to four matches with a 2-1 win over Aston Villa at Villa Park on Sunday afternoon.

Manchester United wanted to maximise Alejandro Garnacho's threat on the inside as part of their tactical reshuffle that contributed to Scott McTominay's winning goal against Aston Villa. McTominay replaced Marcus Rashford in the 73rd minute and rose to nod in the winning goal 13 minutes later and secure United's fourth successive win.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has reiterated to his players that every game from now until the end of the season must be approached 'like a cup final'.

Erik ten Hag has named his starting line-up for Manchester United's Premier League tussle with Aston Villa at Villa Park this afternoon, making one enforced change.

OGC Nice defender Jean Clair-Todibo says he will make a decision about his future in the summer as transfer links with Manchester United continue.

Alejandro Garnacho has got the potential to be "anything he wants" at Manchester United. That's according to ex-Manchester City player turned TV pundit Micah Richards.

Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has suffered a setback in his attempted recovery from injury. Wan-Bissaka has missed the last three games with an unspecified injury as a precaution and he attempted to train on Thursday but had to withdraw from the session.

In a season largely of disappointment for Manchester United, their youth teams continue to be a beacon of light to be proud of.

The echoing cry of 'Argentina, Argentina' and the colours of the Albiceleste have become familiar sounds and sights in the stands at Manchester United games over the past 18 months, the passion of Lisandro Martinez and the potential of Alejandro Garnacho rekindling a unique relationship with the South American country.

Saudi Arabia outfit Al-Nassr are reportedly lining up a huge bid for Manchester United star Casemiro.

Manchester United played a behind-closed-doors match this week as they prepare to resume their season in the FA Cup on Sunday.