Man United are stepping up preparations for the Manchester derby against Man City at Old Trafford.
Manchester United have been handed a major injury worry over Bruno Fernandes ahead of the Manchester derby this weekend. United host rivals City at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm kick-off).
United were in action on Thursday as they took on Sobah in the Champions League. Fernandes played the full 90 minutes of the 4-0 win and got on the scoresheet.
The club captain was, however, spotted appearing to limp as he made his way from Old Trafford. During the game, he didn’t appear to pick up a knock.
Speaking about the midfielder playing the full game, Michael Carrick said: “We only had five subs!
“We had to make certain decisions on what that looked like. But yeah, of course, he’s like anybody else.
“He has played an awful lot, but I think we’re developing the group and the squad to be able to accommodate that in different ways. Tonight was just one of those things, there was decisions to be made and he ended up staying on.”
It could be an anxious wait for United fans on Fernandes. The latest update has also been given on other players in the treatment room ahead of the weekend.
Here’s a look at the latest injury news and potential return dates at Old Trafford.
Luke Shaw
Injury: Cramp
The left-back was taken off in the final minutes against Everton with cramp, and was not risked for the Champions League clash vs Sabah on Thursday.
What Carrick has said: “We’ll have to see. We just kind of looked after him a little bit going into tonight. He wasn’t quite ready for it 100%, so we didn’t risk it. We’ll see how he is over the next couple of days or so.”
Potential return date: Vs Man City (H) – Sunday, 13 September.
Carlos Baleba
Injury: Ankle
The midfielder is yet to make his debut for the club since completing a move from Brighton.
What Carrick has said: “He’s got a little ankle issue, so maybe a couple of weeks or so, maybe three weeks, but we’ll see. But we knew that before, so it’s no major issue. It will be great to have him back. We’ll wait and see. We’re hopeful but I don’t want to put any deadlines on it just yet.”
Potential return date: Vs Fulham (A) – Sunday, 20 September.
Matthijs de Ligt
Injury: Back
What Carrick as said: “It’s positive. He’s trained really well but we’re still managing it, when you’re out for such a long period of time, you get to the final stages, pushing and pushing, and you’ve got to manage that last stage. It’s important to get that balance right to take the next step.
“But he’s on a good track, in a good place and it’s great to have him back around us. Hopefully, some time soon.”
Potential return date: Unknown
Amad
Injury: Knock
What Carrick has said: “Amad won’t be involved this week. He’ll be out a little bit longer.” (August 28)
Potential return date: Unknown
Tom Heaton
Injury: Hamstring
Potential return date: Unknown
Manuel Ugarte
Injury: Knee
What has been said: “Man United confirm Manuel has undergone successful surgery to address a knee ligament injury, which he suffered whilst representing Uruguay at the World Cup. Ugarte will now begin the rehab stage of his recovery and will be carefully managed by the club’s medical and performance staff.”
Potential return date: Unknown
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