Man United have a crucial Champions League clash with FC Copenhagen in midweek and will be hopeful of some key returns
Manchester United recorded back-to-back Premier League victories on Saturday night thanks to a 2-1 win over Sheffield United but attention will already be turning to Tuesday night.
The Reds will be welcoming FC Copenhagen to Old Trafford with a victory a necessity. After losing their opening two group stage matches against Bayern Munich and Galatasaray, a win over their Danish opponents is imperative to progress to the knockout stages.
To aid them in their task, Erik ten Hag will be hoping to welcome back several key players to the team to bolster options. Ahead of the crucial European tie, MEN Sport has taken a look at the current state of injuries at the club.
Kobbie Mainoo
Injury: Ankle
What we know: Mainoo's return to the United line-up is on the horizon after the young midfielder featured in training. There had been hope he would feature against the Blades but he was not a member of the squad.
Potential return date: October 24 vs FC Copenhagen
Sergio Reguilon
Injury: Illness and unknown injury
What we know: The issue with the on-loan Tottenham Hotspur defender is not thought to be serious and he should be making a return to the line-up shortly after a good start at Old Trafford.
Potential return date: October 24 vs FC Copenhagen
Jonny Evans
Injury: Leg
What we know: Evans hobbled off the pitch during the latter stages of the victory over the Blades but the issue did not seem to be too serious.
Potential return date: October 24 vs FC Copenhagen
Casemiro
Injury: Ankle
What we know: United's Brazilian midfielder remained in South America after picking up an ankle injury on international duty. Ten Hag has confirmed he will return to Carrington after Tuesday night's game.
Potential return date: October 29 vs Manchester City
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Injury: Hamstring
What we know: Wan-Bissaka is one of United's long-term injury concerns after being injured against Brighton and Hove Albion last month.
Potential return date: November
Lisandro Martinez
Injury: Foot
What we know: The centre-back has undergone surgery on his foot after the issue which occurred in April flared up again. It is a real possibility the Argentine has played his last football of 2023.
Potential return date: January
Luke Shaw
Injury: Muscular
What we know: Shaw is nearing a return to the squad but is unlikely to feature before the international break.
Potential return date: November 26 vs Everton
Tyrell Malacia
Injury: Knee
What we know: MEN Sport understands the full-back has sustained a knee injury which has required surgery. He was on crutches in the Netherlands but he is now back in Manchester continuing his recovery.
Potential return date: December
Amad
Injury: Knee
What we know: The young winger has been posting updates on his social media channels documenting his progress. He has been training which suggests a return may not be far off but a time frame has not been revealed yet.
Potential return date: Unknown
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