As Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United side gear up for a pivotal showdown at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea this week, injury woes loom large over the squad. The recent draw against Brentford was compounded by Raphael Varane’s premature exit at half-time, necessitating Harry Maguire’s substitution. Here’s the latest on the injury front as the Red Devils brace themselves for Thursday’s encounter.
Altay Bayindir:
Injury: Muscular.
Possible return date: April 4 vs Chelsea (A).
Manager’s Note: No official statement available at the moment.
Raphael Varane:
Injury: Unknown.
Possible return date: April 4 vs Chelsea (A).
Player’s Update: Varane provided reassurance regarding his injury status, stating to the Manchester Evening News, “Not too bad.”
Jonny Evans:
Injury: Knock.
Possible return date: April 4 vs Chelsea (A).
Manager’s Note: No official statement available at the moment.
Luke Shaw:
Injury: Muscular.
Return date: To be confirmed.
Manager’s Note: Ten Hag emphasized caution regarding Shaw’s injury, citing the player’s history of setbacks and the need to avoid risking further complications.
Tyrell Malacia:
Injury: Knee.
Return date: To be confirmed.
Manager’s Note: Despite setbacks during rehab, Ten Hag remains optimistic about Malacia’s imminent return to team activities.
Omari Forson:
Injury: Unspecified.
Return date: To be confirmed.
Manager’s Note: Forson joins the sidelined list due to injury, adding to the squad’s concerns.
Additional Notes:
- Unspecified Groin Injury: Another blow for the squad, with the return date pending. Ten Hag acknowledges the need for creativity in managing the striker position amidst limited options.
As Manchester United navigates through the challenges posed by injuries, Erik ten Hag faces the daunting task of strategizing amidst uncertainty. With pivotal clashes on the horizon, the Red Devils must rally their resources and exhibit resilience to overcome adversity on the pitch.
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