Manchester United are on their way to the Europa League final — but the big question on every fan’s mind is: will Diogo Dalot be on the pitch in Bilbao?
The Red Devils made light work of Athletic Bilbao in the semifinal, winning 4-1 at Old Trafford and 7-1 on aggregate.
Tottenham also handled business on their end, beating Bodo/Glimt 2-0 to set up an all-English clash in the final on May 21.
But as United fans prepare their travel plans — and maybe a chant or two — head coach Ruben Amorim has provided an important update on one of his key players.
Will Diogo Dalot play against Tottenham in Europa League final?
Diogo Dalot has missed United’s last four games with a calf injury, including the semifinal second leg. But Amorim sounded hopeful about his recovery timeline.
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“Diogo Dalot is doing everything to recover and I think they will push now to be available. Some players cannot play 90 minutes and you have to protect them, to not get injuries for the final,” Amorim said (quotes via ManUtd.com).
That’s a glimmer of hope for United fans who have seen Dalot play a crucial role this season. The full-back has made 51 appearances, with three goals and five assists across competitions.
In Europe alone, he’s netted three times in 12 matches — solid output for a defender who knows how to pop up in the right places.
United still have two league games — against West Ham and Chelsea — before the big night in Bilbao. Whether Dalot features in those could hint at his fitness for the final.
Amorim, speaking after the win over Athletic, praised his squad’s fight: “We are fighting, and we deserve, if you look at the two games, to be in the final.”
He added that while United have lost their last three matches against Spurs, anything can happen in a final. “Every game has its history,” he said.
So will Dalot make it? That’s still up in the air — but judging by Amorim’s words, the defender is giving it everything. United fans will hope he crosses the finish line just in time to sprint down the wing in Spain.
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