Erik: Spurs are a huge challenge

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Sunday's game is being billed as a game between two rivals who are fighting for the top four in the Premier League. Do you see it that?

"[We are] definitely rivals. I think this is good because it is [going to be] a very attacking game, a very open game, a very intense game. I think it has big history, United against Tottenham."

There have been 12 goals scored in the four games you have managed in this fixture, three in a match and no 0-0's since 2014, so there is always seemingly goals in this game. It is an exciting fixture...

"I think both teams will be [thinking] about attacking and therefore there are always spaces which you leave then. That counts for both teams but of course we want to take control of the game and we will do everything to get this done. Of course this is a big challenge against Tottenham with their philosophy of the game. We are looking forward to finding the right solutions."

Are there any changes to your matchday squad for the game?

"I don't expect them. We are now three days up before the game and as I see now everyone came out well from the game against FC Twente. I expect the same squad will be available and then I will pick the team."

We saw Leny Yoro post a picture in the gym of him working hard. Is his recovery going as expected?

"Yes, he is doing very well. It is very pleasing that his rehab is going in the right direction and I expect him soon, but what I mean by soon is that he is now in the right planning process. He is in the right spot and he will return as soon as possible into the squad and then the team training."

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