Erik ten Hag remains without eight first-team players as Manchester United enter the international break.
The two weeks without action give the injured a chance to recover after a bruising start to the campaign. The treatment desk was busier than usual at the start of the season, notably the temporary backline that Ten Hag had to play against Brentford.
Victor Lindelof plays at left-back and even has a starting spot for outcast Harry Maguire. United fans will hope to have more options when they visit Sheffield United in a fortnight’s time. Here’s the full list of injuries, including potential return dates.
Lisandro Martinez
Ten Hag confirmed last week that the Argentine – who played a key role in United’s success last season – will have knee surgery. He is not expected to return anytime soon.
Possible return dates:
Early 2024
Raphael Varane
A fatal blow this season is that Varane, Martinez’s defensive partner, also has to sit out. Luckily for United, the Frenchman only suffered a minor injury and will return when the Premier League season resumes.
Possible return dates:
October 21 vs Sheffield United
Luke Shaw
Shaw has not played since the second game of the season and Ten Hag refused to give a timeframe for his return.
Possible return dates:
November
Kobbie Mainoo
However, to play this season, the youngster will have to return from an ankle injury following the international break.
Possible return dates:
October 21 vs Sheffield United
Sergio Reguilon
Reguilon was loaned out to solve the left-back crisis before, ironically, he was injured. He’s close to returning against Brentford, so expect him to be back soon.
Possible return dates:
October 21 vs Sheffield United
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
The hamstring injury suffered in the match against Brighton was more serious than initially feared. Wan-Bissaka is not expected to return until next month’s international break.
Possible return dates:
November 25 against Everton
Tyrell Malacia
No one knows when Malacia, who missed the entire pre-season, will return. Ten Hag refused to give any indication of when the defender would return.
Possible return dates:
Unknown
Amad Diallo
Excitement for a breakthrough season for Amad waned because of a knee injury. However, the good news is that he is expected to return shortly after the current international break.
Possible return dates:
End of October
