Tottenham Projected Lineup vs. Man United
Tottenham will be feeling a little more confident as they prepare to host Manchester United in Saturday’s early Premier League kickoff. Spurs enjoyed a 4-0 win over Copenhagen in the UEFA Champions League this week despite losing Brennan Johnson to a second-half red card at 2-0. Johnson himself had opened the scoring before further goals from Wilson Odobert, Micky van de Ven, and Joao Palhinha.
The result was something of a relief to Thomas Frank, who had seen his side booed by the home supporters following last weekend’s 1-0 loss to London rivals Chelsea. That result came on the heels of a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup.
After facing United, Spurs must meet league leaders Arsenal and Newcastle again before the holiday period arrives, plus a Champions League date with Paris Saint-Germain in the French capital. Building some momentum early in this run of games could be crucial.
Spurs have enjoyed playing the Red Devils in recent times, though. They are unbeaten in the past seven versions of this fixture and won all four meetings with United in 2024/25, including, of course, the Europa League final.
Manchester United: Projected Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Vicario (GK)
- Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence
- Palhinha, Bentancur
- Kudus, Simons, Tel
- Richarlison
Tottenham Team News
Frank’s two biggest questions for this weekend concern Mohammed Kudus and Lucas Bergvall. Bergvall took a blow to the head early in the defeat to Chelsea and was substituted despite his own protests. He sat out the Copenhagen game and should be in line to return against United, although he may start on the bench.
Kudus sustained a knock in training that saw him miss the midweek match, but he told reporters he was “getting better” after the victory, so he has a chance of being available.
Frank is not likely to alter his lineup hugely, although one or two changes should be expected. Djed Spence will probably come back in at left-back for Destiny Udogie, and recalls are likely for Mathys Tel and Richarlison in place of Wilson Odobert and Randal Kolo Muani. Brennan Johnson’s red card only carries a suspension for Champions League matches, so he is available. Joao Palhinha should also be back in the first XI in place of Pape Matar Sarr.
Tottenham Injury List
Below is the latest injury picture for Tottenham, including estimated return dates for those who are sidelined.
- Radu Dragusin
Injury: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear
Expected return date: November 23, 2025
Romania international Dragusin tore his ACL in January in a Europa League clash with Elfsborg and his recovery timeline had been set at around 10-11 months. The club confirmed his rehab is on track, and Frank intends to give him game time in a friendly match during the November international break. - Ben Davies
Injury: Thigh injury
Expected return date: November 2025
Veteran defender Davies suffered a thigh muscle injury on international duty with Wales on October 13 as his 100th cap ended in defeat to Belgium. The 32-year-old immediately left the Wales camp and Frank confirmed he would be out for “a few weeks”. He won’t be back until later this month. - Dejan Kulusevski
Injury: Knee injury
Expected return date: November 2025
Kulusevski’s absence has been felt by club and country with the Sweden international yet to feature this season after undergoing knee surgery in May. The call to address a persistent issue was taken before Frank’s arrival at Spurs, and all parties are cautious over his comeback date after he played a key role under Ange Postecoglou. - Dominic Solanke
Injury: Ankle injury
Expected return date: November 23, 2025
Solanke needed a minor operation on an ankle injury in September. Frank had initially hoped the striker might be back by now, but he is now targeting a return at the end of the month. - Yves Bissouma
Injury: Ankle ligament injury
Expected return date: December 2025
Bissouma was another player injured on international duty with Frank confirming an ankle ligament damage suffered in training with the Mali squad. The former Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder has not played for Spurs since being omitted from the UEFA Super Cup final squad for persistent lateness, and there are suggestions he could move on in January. - James Maddison
Injury: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear
Expected return date: June 2026
Maddison suffered ACL damage in a preseason game against Newcastle United in August, with his campaign over before it even started. The England international has left a creative gap in Frank’s team, but due to the length of his rehabilitation, he’s not expected to feature again this season. - Kota Takai
Injury: Thigh injury
Expected return date: November 2025
Japan international Takai is yet to make his Spurs debut following a summer move from Kawasaki Frontale, and Frank is hopeful he will be ready to join in match action in November.
Tottenham vs. Man United Match Details
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Kickoff time: 12:30 p.m. local / 7:30 a.m. ET / 4:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 p.m. AEDT
- Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London, England)
- Competition: Premier League matchweek 11
- Referee: Sam Barrott
- VAR: John Brooks
Stay tuned for more Tottenham news and related updates as the match approaches.
