Manchester United injury news: Wayne Rooney among absentees for West Brom match

Louis van Gaal's side take on West Brom in the Premier League this weekend

Wayne Rooney reacts to an injury picked up against Everton (GETTY IMAGES)

Manchester United take on West Brom this weekend, knowing victory would take them closer to securing a return to the Champions League.

Liverpool's defeat in midweek means six more points from their final four games will be enough to ensure a finish in the top four. Meanwhile, finishing above local rivals Manchester City remains a target, and with the reigning champions just two points ahead, it remains a realistic possibility.

But if Louis van Gaal is to mastermind a victory over Tony Pulis' side at Old Trafford this weekend he must do so without a few key players, including his captain Wayne Rooney.

Here, we take a look at those who will miss Saturday's late kick-off and the others struggling to be fit...

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