Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has revealed that new loan signing Jack Butland has a chance of making his debut for the club in Tuesday night’s Carabao Cup quarter-final.

Butland has transferred from Crystal Palace to United for the remainder of the current campaign, taking the place of Martin Dubravka as David de Gea’s backup goalkeeper after the Slovakian was called up to parent club Newcastle.

The 29-year-old, who previously played for Premier League powerhouse Stoke and was a member of England’s World Cup team, will now square off against seasoned Tom Heaton for the position of De Gea’s primary backup and alternative.

Butland didn’t get registered in time to play in the FA Cup victory over Everton later that day because his move to Old Trafford wasn’t finalized until Friday. He is assured to at least be on the squad as United gets ready to host Charlton in the other domestic cup competition in English football.

Ten Hag has suggested that Heaton, who is 36 and has made more than 300 professional appearances abroad but is now back where it all started, might be selected because he is better familiar with how United play.

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However, the United boss has also said there is ‘no issue’ with Butland.

“Tom was, many times, on the bench,” Ten Hag has said in the build-up to the Charlton tie.

“He had bad luck when he was injured for the Carabao Cup, the first one against Aston Villa. Then Martin was keeping and he did very well. Now the situation with [utland coming in, I have to see his performance in training. But the Carabao Cup is coming quick and then we will make a choice.

“Tom is, of course, more adapted to our way of play and has more connection to the dressing room, to the team, but I still have a decision to make on Tuesday. But, for me, there is no issue.”

When Butland would have the chance to play is unknown if he sits out of the match against Charlton. If United go to the Carabao Cup semifinals, Ten Hag could prefer De Gea to keep the gloves, as the Spaniard has done this season in both the FA Cup and Europa League.

While a dissatisfied Dean Henderson played just three times and later left on loan this season to a number one at Nottingham Forest, Heaton played just once in all competitions last season—22 minutes off the bench in a Champions League dead rubber.

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David de Gea has stated again that he wants to finish his playing career at Manchester United and that he is “relaxed” about contract negotiations.

The Spain goalkeeper’s current contract expires in the summer, and because United has not exercised a one-year contract extension clause, he is free to speak with top clubs about free transfers.

De Gea has provided an update on contract negotiations and reiterated his desire to finish out his career at United.

“Yeah, I’m very relaxed. Just focus on training, perform as best as I can. But, for sure, it’s going to end in a good way,” he told the Manchester Evening News following United’s 3-0 win over Bournemouth on Tuesday.

“I hope so [to finish his career at United]. I was saying this is my club, I’ve been here many, many years and it’s a huge honour to be here and I’m so happy here.”

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Erik ten Hag’s desire to play from the back caused De Gea’s long-term future at United to be questioned earlier this season, but the Spaniard’s kicking has not hurt them nearly as much as skeptics anticipated. Additionally, he has kept the second-most Premier League clean sheets so far this season.

United are actively searching for a new goalkeeper to join their ranks while De Gea continues to haggle over a new contract at Old Trafford.

Following the termination of Martin Dubravka’s loan from Newcastle, Mp3bullet has learned that the Red Devils and Crystal Palace are negotiating a deal for the Red Devils to acquire Jack Butland. Yann Sommer of Borussia Monchengladbach is still a target for United.

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Martin Dubravka has expressed gratitude to Manchester United for an “enjoyable” loan period and described Newcastle as his “home” after rejoining the Magpies.

Despite serving as David de Gea’s backup for the majority of the 2022–23 season, the goalkeeper failed to play for the team in the Premier League, only making two appearances in the Carabao Cup.

Dubravka’s season-long loan at Old Trafford has now been shortened by his parent team after spending a few months on loan at Manchester United.

In an Instagram post Dubravka commented on his time at Man Utd and his future at Newcastle:

“Hi guys, I have been recalled from loan at Manchester United and will return to Newcastle.

“Although short, it has been an enjoyable experience in Manchester and I wish to sincerely thank all the coaches, staff, players and fans of MUFC for their warmth and support during my loan spell.

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“Regarding Newcastle, I have been delighted to see the club make such an impressive start to the season! Newcastle is my home and I will be back to support the squad and the goalkeeping group for the second half of the season.

“As always I will give my all to the team and will contribute in any way that I can to hopefully a memorable season. Wishing you all a very happy new year!”

 

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Prior to the signing of Nick Pope, Dubravka was the Magpies first-choice goalkeeper, making 130 appearances in all competitions for the club.

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As the Premier League resumes, Manchester United have a huge game against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, which will be a stern test for Erik ten Hag‘s team.

The Reds face the unbeaten Blues on their home turf in their first league game since 4 September, hoping for no rustiness after the break. The big question is whether everyone has returned from international duty unscathed.

An injury forced Martin Dubravka to withdraw from the Slovakia team, and Harry Maguire was visibly limping at the conclusion of England’s thrilling 3-3 draw with Germany at Wembley.

Scott McTominay missed Scotland’s group-winning draw against Ukraine but that was due to suspension and he has been back in training at Carrington already.

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During Friday’s press conference to preview the game, Ten Hag will provide updates on injured strikers Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial.

Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to play in the derby despite being charged by the FA for an alleged incident that occurred at the conclusion of Everton’s league game last season.

Donny van de Beek has taken a hit, and we’ll see if there is any new information on his condition.

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John Stones looks set to miss out after suffering a hamstring problem while on England duty.

The defender has been playing right-back this season, but his absence could be at least partially made up for by Aymeric Laporte’s expected return from a knee injury.

Kalvin Phillips is definitely sidelined after shoulder surgery.

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