Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is set to have more defensive options in the coming weeks.

The Dutch head coach has struggled to get his team to perform to the same standards as last season.

While United finished third last term, they are in mid table so far this season.

Centre back Lisandro Martinez has stated to the United website that he is closing in on a return to action.

“Well, I am really good, I am really good, honestly," he explained to the club website.

“My rehab is going amazingly, in the way that I want, I am feeling strong, doing everything right with Ibra (Ibrahim Kerem) the physio.

"He has been amazing. And also the medical department, they take care of me from day one so it was really important. Yeah, all is perfect for me."