Why Matthijs de Ligt is missing from Manchester United squad against West Ham today | OneFootball

Amorim forced into two defensive changes for Old Trafford clash

That said, the Man Utd boss has revealed he does not expect the Dutchman to be sidelined for too long.

"It's hard because, if you see that position, especially this year, it's just Harry [Maguire] and Matta playing those positions," Amorim said.

"It is a blow. He is playing really really well. But I'm really excited with Ayden [Heaven]. He is working there. I think he has the right characteristics to play there.

"It is a big opportunity for everyone to see Ayden.

"For Matta, it is a small thing. I expect to have Matthijs next game [at Molineux]."

When explaining the reason for Yoro dropping to the bench, Amorim suggested it was for tactical reasons after the Frenchman was criticised for his reaction to conceding a penalty against Palace.

In place of Yoro and De Ligt are Ayden Heaven - making his first Premier League start of the season - and Noussair Mazraoui, while Matheus Cunha returns after missing the last two games with a knock.