Manchester United faces a mounting injury crisis with several key players sidelined or doubtful ahead of their upcoming clash against Tottenham Hotspur. The Red Devils have struggled in the Premier League, collecting only five points and suffering an early exit from the Carabao Cup. The international break has exacerbated their woes, adding five players to the injury list.
Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford sustained a minor injury during Manchester United’s draw at Fulham and withdrew from England duty. He landed awkwardly after a challenge near the touchline. Manager Michael Carrick stated, “We had to bring him off, as he had a bit of an issue. I’m not sure [if he’s alright].” There is hope he will recover in time for the Tottenham match.
Kobbie Mainoo
Kobbie Mainoo also withdrew from the England squad, sparking concern. However, his absence is not believed to be due to an injury but rather load management. He is expected to be available when United resumes play after the international break.
Patrick Dorgu
Patrick Dorgu is a more immediate concern. He left the pitch during Denmark’s match against Wales with what appeared to be a hamstring problem and has returned to United for assessment. This injury could sideline him for a significant period.
Amad Diallo
Amad Diallo has yet to feature this season due to an ankle injury sustained in the summer. Carrick indicated he was weeks away from returning prior to the international break, and there is optimism he could be available to play against Spurs.
Benjamin Sesko
Benjamin Sesko is dealing with a recurrence of a shin injury that hampered him at the end of last season and the start of this one. Despite appearing fit, he missed the trip to Fulham. Carrick commented, “It was a pain in his shin. We’re not sure with him yet. He felt a bit of pain after the game. We’re assessing him. He definitely wasn’t ready for today.” His availability for United post-break remains uncertain.
Matthijs de Ligt
Matthijs de Ligt is nearing a full year on the sidelines with a back injury. He underwent surgery in May and, despite travelling with the team, was not named in the squad against Chelsea. He hopes to be fit after another three weeks of recovery.
Karl Darlow
Backup goalkeeper Karl Darlow also picked up an injury and withdrew from the Wales squad during the international break. The specifics of his injury are unclear.
Manuel Ugarte
Manuel Ugarte is still recovering from surgery to repair a torn ACL suffered at the World Cup. He is expected to miss the majority of the season, and his future with the club is uncertain after being transfer-listed last summer.
United’s Goalkeeping Situation
The club’s third-choice goalkeeper has been absent all season with a hamstring injury sustained in a pre-season friendly against Paris Saint-Germain.