Graham Potter spoke to the media on Thursday ahead of Monday night’s game at the Amex Stadium.
The head coach updated on three players who have all featured on the bench in recent weeks.
Are Moises Caicedo and Michal Karbownik nearing first-team action? How have they got on so far?
“Michal had a slight injury when he came here, which took a bit of time to clear up. He is a young player who has benefitted from being with the group and training with us.
“He needs more time, a bit more game time will benefit him but he's progressing nicely as he develops into a new environment.
“It is a big move for him coming from another country at his age, but he is trying to adapt really well.
“Moises has made a really good impression. Both him and Michal Karbownik are going to play for the U23s in the next few days to carry on that integration and adaptation process into British football.
“It was good for them to be on the bench and get that experience of being around the squad at Old Trafford. We are happy with them, but they need to keep working as well.”
Davy Propper has been out a lot with injury and illness. How has he handled a difficult season and how important is he to the club this season and beyond?
“He's had a frustrating season for lots of reasons. But he's been really professional in terms of supporting the team and doing his best when we've called upon him.
“We've got Yves [Bissouma] in that area, we've got Adam [Lallana], Alexis [Mac Allister. Jakub [Moder] and Steven Alzate have played so there is competition in that area.
“Davy's challenge is to try and keep working and keep pushing to make sure he's ready when the opportunity comes. But he's been really supportive of the team and the club, and I am happy with that.”