Manchester United have received an early advantage ahead of their clash with arch-rivals Leeds United on April 13.

The two teams will return to Premier League action next week after the conclusion of the March international break and the FA Cup games last weekend.

Leeds have been dealt a significant injury setback just days before the crucial clash at Old Trafford.

The Whites produced a thrilling display against West Ham United on Sunday, securing their place in the FA Cup semi-finals.

The contest ended 2-2 after normal time, with Leeds holding their nerve to progress via a dramatic penalty shootout.

The only disappointment for Leeds was the injury to their talisman Antony Stach.

Stach picked up the injury in the first half after being on the receiving end of a heavy challenge from West Ham centre-back Max Kilman.

After being played in on goal by Noah Okafor, the German star fired a first-time shot that was superbly saved by the goalkeeper.

In a desperate attempt to block the shot, Kilman caught Stach late, with the midfielder appearing to suffer a serious impact to his ankle.

The 27-year-old received treatment on the pitch and initially...