Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has confirmed that Henrikh Mkhitaryan will feature in his side’s Europa League clash with Feyenoord on Thursday.

The 27-year-old, who joined the Red Devils from Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund in July, has made only six appearances in all competitions.

Mourinho said the Armenia international will play a part in Thursday’s encounter.

‘I told him today [Saturday] that he is going to be involved in the game against Feyenoord. He is trying. Obviously, he is not happy but he is transforming his frustration in a good way, which is to close the mouth, work hard and try to adapt.’

The Portuguese manager confirmed Mkhitaryan was not ready for the Arsenal match, but that he will play against the Eredivisie in order to show his quality.

‘I told him “This was not the game for you” because I don’t think he needs 10 or 20 minutes from the bench. I said, “I think you need a good game and you need to either start or, if not, to come for the second half”.

‘He needs less pressure and better conditions for him to express his qualities,’ Mourinho added.

Manchester United against Feyenoord kicks off at 22:05.