He has been our best player this season far and I’m happy he’s back sooner than expected”: Man United’s coach Ruben Amorim has confirmed a shocking injury boost for Manchester United as their superstar is finally back from injury

Manchester United are gearing up to face Manchester City on Sunday afternoon as Ruben Amorim looks to beat Pep Guardiola again.
Forget the disappointment of Manchester United’s 1-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest; it’s derby day.

There hasn’t been much for United fans to shout about this season, but beating Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium in December was a rare bright spot.

Amad inspired a late comeback at the Etihad Stadium, handing Ruben Amorim a first derby day victory as United boss – but a second win over Pep Guardiola this season.

Amorim beat Guardiola in the Champions League earlier this term as Sporting hammered City 4-1 in Lisbon.

Amorim would love a repeat on Sunday afternoon, but he will have to welcome City without Ayden Heaven as part of the United squad.
Heaven picked up an injury against Leicester City before the international break and still isn’t available again.

In fact, Heaven sent a message to United fans ahead of the Manchester derby, telling supporters that he will be back soon.
United signed defender Heaven from Arsenal in January, believing that he could make a first-team impact fairly quickly.

Heaven was called upon even sooner than expected, though, as Lisandro Martinez went down with an injury.

A natural left-footer, Heaven looked right at home on the left side of United’s back three, leaving Amorim impressed.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, Amorim noted that injuries have been a problem for United this season, but have really helped him find out things for the future.

Amorim admitted that Heaven’s development is one of them, with the United boss learning that the teenager is ready to stay in United’s first-team squad right away.
Amorim even hinted that Heaven’s impact could change United’s transfer plans, possibly ruling out the signing of a left-sided defender this summer.

“I am really excited for next season and already really stressed because I put a lot of pressure on us,” said Amorim.

“We have bad luck with injuries but everybody has had some of those in the Premier League so I don’t like to focus on that. Sometimes because of injuries, you find out something else that will be important in the future.

I have found that Garna (Garnacho) can play on the right. I found out Ayden is ready to stay in our squad and maybe we can change the way we are going to go to the market. There are always the good and bad things,” he added.

Ayden Heaven could save United millions
Amorim’s comments suggest that a left-sided defender won’t be a priority this summer.

Reports in January suggested that United wanted Goncalo Inacio, who played a key role under Amorim at Sporting.

Striking that deal in January was always going to be tricky, though, and United ended up paying just £1.5million to sign Heaven.

United may have wanted to test the water on Heaven in the first-team picture before deciding on any summer move for Inacio.
Heaven has now shown that he can step up and allow United to focus cash on other positions heading into next season.

That £1.5million may go down as a bargain in the years to come; Heaven must still keep improving, but the early signs are very promising for United fans and Amorim.
Great write-up! It’s informative and engaging, especially with how it builds anticipation for the Manchester derby and highlights the emergence of Ayden Heaven as a potential game-changer in United’s squad planning. Below is a slightly refined version with improved flow, clarity, and structure, while preserving your tone and key points:

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**Manchester United Gear Up for Derby Day as Amorim Eyes Another Win Over Guardiola**

Manchester United are preparing to take on Manchester City on Sunday afternoon, with Ruben Amorim aiming to beat Pep Guardiola for the third time this season.

Forget the disappointment of the recent 1-0 loss at Nottingham Forest—it’s derby day, and United fans will be hoping for another memorable moment in a season that’s had few.

One of those bright moments came back in December, when United pulled off a dramatic comeback to beat City at the Etihad Stadium. Amad Diallo was the hero that day, inspiring a late turnaround that secured Amorim’s first derby win as United boss—and his second victory over Guardiola this season.

Earlier in the campaign, Amorim’s Sporting side thrashed City 4-1 in the Champions League group stage, proving he knows how to outfox Pep.

Now, he’ll be hoping to do it again—but he’ll have to do so without promising youngster Ayden Heaven.

### Heaven’s Impact—and Absence

Signed from Arsenal in January for just £1.5 million, Heaven was seen as a long-term project. But with Lisandro Martinez sidelined through injury, the teenager was thrust into action earlier than expected—and impressed immediately.

A natural left-footer, Heaven slotted seamlessly into the left side of United’s back three, drawing praise from Amorim for his composure and maturity.

Unfortunately, Heaven picked up an injury against Leicester City before the international break and will miss the clash against City. He did, however, send a message to United fans, promising he’ll “be back soon.”

### Amorim Hints at Transfer Re-Think

In an interview with the *Daily Mail*, Amorim reflected on the season’s injury woes, but also noted the silver linings—including the emergence of Ayden Heaven.

“I’ve found that Garna (Garnacho) can play on the right,” Amorim said. “I found out Ayden is ready to stay in our squad, and maybe we can change the way we are going to go to the market.”

This admission may have big implications for United’s summer transfer strategy. The club was strongly linked with a move for Goncalo Inacio in January—a player Amorim knows well from Sporting—but the deal never materialized.

Now, with Heaven showing first-team potential, United could prioritize spending in other areas rather than splashing out on a new left-sided defender.

### Heaven Could Save United Millions

At just £1.5 million, Heaven’s transfer could prove to be a masterstroke. While he still has much to learn, the early signs are encouraging, and Amorim clearly sees a future for him in the senior squad.

With United undergoing a broader rebuild, Heaven’s development offers a glimmer of hope—and perhaps a glimpse into a smarter, more strategic approach under Amorim and INEOS.

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