Louis Van Gaal set to risk Man Utd 'youth' players against West Ham on Saturday
MANCHESTER UNITED manager Louis Van Gaal has conceded that he'll have to turn to his 'youth' system to field an eligible team against West Ham on Saturday.
The Dutch boss has seen his Chris Smalling, Jonny Evans, Tyler Blackett and Phil Jones all sustain injuries or suspensions in recent games, but is more than prepared to give opportunities to 'hungry' youngsters.
He said: "Smalling came out of yesterday's training session because he had stiff legs - I won't take risks with players - they have to be fit.
"Jonny Evans' bone is bruised a lot and we have to wait and see how it goes.
"I have nine injuries now and one player suspended with Blackett.
"All three of my right-sided centre-halves are out, so I will have to go to the youth education [system] and pick players from there.
"There are vacancies. The younger players can have their chance.
"The young players are always ready. They are hungry to play the game. United's youth education has a level that can provide that. There's a big difference between youth games and the Premier League but in one game you can show [prove] yourself."
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