Manchester United coach Rúben Amorim confirmed that Rasmus Højlund is ready for the EFL Cup match against Grimsby, despite being close to leaving the club. Højlund missed the first two Premier League rounds amid speculation about a transfer to Napoli. Amorim stated that all players are ready and that he will try to select the best lineup to win the match. Moroccan defender Noussair Mazraoui has regained fitness but will not be ready to play against Grimsby due to a thigh injury.