Manchester United’s injury struggles persist as Mason Mount is confirmed to miss Sunday’s crucial clash against Arsenal. Erik ten Hag, the manager, revealed Mount’s setback, further hampering the midfielder’s already disrupted season since his move from Chelsea last summer.
Mount, who arrived for an initial £55m fee, has been plagued by injuries, managing just five Premier League starts in 14 appearances. Despite a recent return from a calf problem, he now faces another spell on the sidelines.
Additionally, left-back Luke Shaw faces an extended absence, with a minor setback ruling him out for the remainder of the Premier League season. However, there remains hope for his availability in the upcoming FA Cup final, according to Ten Hag.
On a brighter note, Bruno Fernandes and Scott McTominay are expected to feature against Arsenal, having trained with the team. Yet, Lisandro Martinez’s return has been delayed, as he requires more time to regain full fitness, as confirmed by Ten Hag.
Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford’s participation hinges on his fitness, with a decision pending after assessing his recovery from recent training sessions. Although Ten Hag expressed optimism, Rashford’s availability remains uncertain until closer to matchday.
In terms of defensive options, United continues to be without the services of Harry Maguire, while updates on Willy Kambwala, Victor Lindelof, and Raphael Varane were not provided by Ten Hag.
With key players sidelined and others facing fitness concerns, Manchester United faces a challenging task against Arsenal as they aim to secure vital points in the Premier League race.
