Manchester United’s Struggle Against Injuries Continues to Hinder Success
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has spoken out about the squad’s ongoing injury woes, stating that the absences are holding the team back from reaching their full potential. The latest setback came in the form of a trio of 0-0 draws in the Europa League, failing to score in their last four games in the competition. Ten Hag believes that the lack of depth is hindering his team’s ability to line up a strong starting XI, and ultimately, their position in the league.
The Red Devils have had a poor start to the season, collecting only eight points from a possible 21, their worst start since 1989/90. The squad has been hit with a string of injuries, with seven players currently sidelined. This has forced Ten Hag to be creative with his lineup, with Leny Yoro, who is yet to play a competitive game, having to train individually. Other notable absentees include Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, Mason Mount, Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire, with the latter two potentially out until November.
Despite some positives, such as the return of Bruno Fernandes and Rasmus Hojlund from suspension and injury respectively, the team is still struggling to find consistency. Ten Hag has vowed to work on getting more players fit and available, believing that when they are, the team can be successful. He has called on the coaching staff and other support staff to work together to find a solution to the injury crisis.
Manchester United is set to face West Ham United on Sunday, with fans hoping to see an improvement in their team’s performance. With the likes of Fernandes and Hojlund expected to start, the players will need to gel together quickly to make a positive impact. However, the ongoing injuries will continue to be a major concern for Ten Hag and the club unless a solution is found.
