Man United Injury Update Ahead of Leicester City Clash
Manchester United take on Leicester City this Sunday, with Ruben Amorim once again set to be without several key players.
United head into the fixture looking to make it two consecutive wins, having secured a spot in the Europa League quarter-finals with a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad on Thursday, sealing a 5-2 aggregate triumph. However, despite their strong European performances, they have only managed one win in their last five Premier League matches. Facing relegation-threatened Leicester presents an opportunity to collect three crucial points.
However, Amorim will be missing multiple first-team players due to injury. Here’s the latest on United’s squad fitness ahead of the weekend match:
Altay Bayindir
Injury: Unknown
Bayindir was recovering before the Everton fixture, but Amorim has not provided an update since. He has not been seen in training.
Possible return date: Unknown
Tom Heaton
Injury: Unknown
Like Bayindir, Heaton has been sidelined for some time. Amorim previously mentioned that both goalkeepers were in recovery, but no specific timeframe has been given.
Possible return date: Unknown
Harry Maguire
Injury: Unknown
Maguire was substituted before extra time in the FA Cup match against Fulham on March 2. Amorim opted not to risk him against Sociedad and will assess his availability for Sunday.
Possible return date: March 16 (Leicester A)
Leny Yoro
Injury: Unknown
Yoro was withdrawn at halftime against Arsenal due to a knock and will miss the Leicester match. Amorim confirmed his absence but reassured that it is not a long-term issue.
Possible return date: April 1 (Nottingham Forest A)
Lisandro Martinez
Injury: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
Martinez sustained an ACL injury in the 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on February 2 and underwent surgery. He is ruled out for the rest of the season.
Possible return date: August
Jonny Evans
Injury: Muscle
Evans last appeared for United in their 4-3 Carabao Cup loss to Spurs on December 19 and has not been in a matchday squad since Boxing Day.
Possible return date: Unknown
Luke Shaw
Injury: Muscle
Shaw has been out since December, and although he was making progress, a recent setback has delayed his return. He is currently undergoing an individual fitness programme.
Possible return date: Unknown
Kobbie Mainoo
Injury: Unknown
Mainoo picked up an injury ahead of United’s loss to Tottenham, with Amorim predicting a recovery period of several weeks. He could return in time for the Nottingham Forest fixture.
Possible return date: April 1 (Nottingham Forest A)
Mason Mount
Injury: Leg
Mount has been out since December after being forced off against Manchester City. Amorim hinted that he might be available for the Leicester match but will be limited to a brief cameo if selected.
Possible return date: March 16 (Leicester A)
Amad Diallo
Injury: Ankle
Initially ruled out for the season, Amad’s recovery has shown signs of progress, and Amorim remains hopeful he could return before the campaign concludes.
Possible return date: Uncertain, but potential return before season’s end.
With a crucial Premier League fixture ahead, Amorim will need to navigate these absences as United aim to strengthen their league position.
