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Injury-hit United face tough test against Bournemouth

Defensive crisis hits United ahead of crucial fixture

By Axel Reyes

Defensive crisis hits United ahead of crucial fixture
Defensive crisis hits United ahead of crucial fixture
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Manchester United face a crucial Premier League clash against Bournemouth this weekend, but a mounting injury list threatens to derail their momentum. The latest blow came during Thursday's Carabao Cup exit against Tottenham Hotspur, when Swedish defender Victor Lindelöf was forced off just before half-time.

Lindelöf's Distress

The 30-year-old appeared visibly distressed as he headed straight for the dressing room, leaving manager Ruben Amorim with a growing defensive headache. "I think he has something that we have to assess to say specifically what he has, but it's tough to lose a player," Amorim admitted to club media.

Defensive Woes

Lindelöf's potential absence adds to the defensive woes for United, who are already without fellow defender Matthijs de Ligt due to illness. While De Ligt is expected to return to training soon, his availability for Sunday's game remains uncertain.

Mount's Continued Absence

Midfielder Mason Mount, who joined from Chelsea in the summer, continues to be a significant absentee. The 25-year-old, who was making a promising return to form, suffered a setback during the recent Manchester derby and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks.

A Test of Squad Depth

Luke Shaw, another key member of the backline, is also expected to remain sidelined until the end of the month after suffering a setback in his recovery from a previous injury.

Chasing Champions League Qualification

Despite these setbacks, United will be eager to bounce back from their Carabao Cup exit and maintain their push for a top-four finish. They currently sit six points behind Nottingham Forest, who occupy the final Champions League qualification spot.

Amorim will need to carefully assess his options and deploy a strong lineup to secure three crucial points at Old Trafford. The upcoming match against Bournemouth presents a significant opportunity to climb the table and keep their Champions League aspirations alive.


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