Manchester United striker Victor Lindelof has been named in the club's matchday squad for their upcoming Champions League tie against Real Madrid at Old Trafford on Thursday night.

The 22-year-old, who made his debut for England U19s last season and scored twice as a youth international, is expected to feature in midfield alongside fellow academy graduate Phil Jones and defender Kyle Walker.

The matchday squad includes several key players from the club's academy, including midfielder Nemanja Vidic, who was recently released by Paris Saint-Germain and former England captain Wayne Rooney, who joined United this summer after leaving West Ham United.

United manager Jose Mourinho praised Lindelof's performances during his time with the under-18s and said that he would be "very happy" if he could make the starting line-up.

"He's a very good player," Mourinho told reporters. "He's got pace, he's got width and he can play in different positions."

Despite Lindelof's impressive performances, there have been some concerns about his fitness ahead of the Champions League tie, with reports suggesting that he may not be ready to play until the end of next month.

However, Mourinho remains optimistic that Lindelof will be available for the matchday squad, and he has already expressed his desire to see him play.

"It's a pity that I can't say that he won't be able to play," Mourinho said. "But it's up to him whether he wants to play or not. If he does want to play, then he'll have to come back stronger than before."

In conclusion, Victor Lindelof is expected to feature in the matchday squad for Manchester United's Champions League tie against Real Madrid at Old Trafford on Thursday night. The striker has impressed in recent months and is widely regarded as one of the best strikers in Europe. Despite some concerns about his fitness ahead of the match, Mourinho remains optimistic that he will be available for the matchday squad.