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Injury Woes Mount for Manchester United Ahead of Community Shield Clash with City

Posted : 09 August 2024

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is grappling with significant defensive challenges as his team prepares for the Community Shield showdown against Manchester City on Saturday. The Red Devils are dealing with a string of injuries that threaten to disrupt their plans for the match, which traditionally marks the beginning of the new season. Key defenders Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, Luke Shaw, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka are all facing fitness concerns, raising doubts about their availability for the clash against the Premier League champions.

 

Adding to the uncertainty, centre-back Lisandro Martinez has only just rejoined the squad after participating in Argentina's Copa America victory earlier this summer. His late return leaves Ten Hag with limited time to assess whether Martinez is ready to feature in such a high-stakes match. The manager indicated that each player's readiness would be evaluated individually before making final decisions on their involvement in the game, whether as starters, substitutes, or not at all.

 

In addition to the defensive worries, the team is also dealing with the fitness of other players, including Facundo Pellistri and England's Kobbie Mainoo, who have only recently resumed training after extended breaks. Unfortunately, summer signing Leny Yoro, who was brought in for a hefty sum, will be sidelined for an extended period after undergoing foot surgery this week. The injury, sustained during a friendly match, is expected to keep Yoro out of action for approximately three months, further limiting Ten Hag's options.

 

Despite these setbacks, Manchester United is determined to compete for the Community Shield, a title they have won a record 21 times. Ten Hag emphasized the importance of winning the trophy but also acknowledged the need to avoid unnecessary risks during the pre-season. The Dutch manager is focused on fielding a competitive team while balancing the demands of the upcoming season with the immediate goal of securing silverware.

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