Full Man Utd injury list: Latest on 9 recent absentees ahead of Europa League clash with Sheriff

We have the latest on Manchester United’s injured players as the club prepare for a trip to Moldova.
Michael Plant
By Michael Plant
Published 12th Sep 2022, 14:33 BST

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Manchester United face Moldovan champions Sheriff in their next Europa League group-stage fixture.

The Red Devils make the journey to eastern Europe this week with the game taking place in the country’s capital, Chisinau.

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United will be hoping for a good result after a disappointing opening group game, which saw Erik ten Hag’s side lose 1-0 to Real Sociedad.

Another defeat really would impact United’s chances of making it to the knockout stages, with Sheriff registering an impressive 3-0 win last week over Omonia Nicosia.

The Moldovian side also beat Real Madrid in the Champions League last season, proving they will be no pushovers on Thursday.

United began their Europa League campaign with a 1-0 loss at home. Credit: Getty.United began their Europa League campaign with a 1-0 loss at home. Credit: Getty.
United began their Europa League campaign with a 1-0 loss at home. Credit: Getty.

United have confirmed the Europa League game will take place, although there have been no similar assertions regarding this weekend’s Premier League games as the period of national mourning continues following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

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Whether the Red Devils will face Leeds United on Sunday could impact Ten Hag’s selection plans for Thursday, while he also has a number of injuries to contend with.

Below, we’ve rounded up the latest on all nine recent absentees from the United side…

Victor Lindelof

Played his first minutes this season in the loss to Sociedad and is an option to start again for the trip to Moldova.

Victor Lindelof returned to the side last week. Credit: Getty.Victor Lindelof returned to the side last week. Credit: Getty.
Victor Lindelof returned to the side last week. Credit: Getty.

Phil Jones

Is currently sidelined and working on a tailored fitness regime away from the rest of the group.

Axel Tuanzebe

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Was registered for the Europa League squad and is expected to be fit enough to feature at some point over the next two months.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka

Wasn’t involved in the matchday squads for the wins over Leicester City or Arsenal, but returned last week and should be fit to play on Thursday.

Luke Shaw

Didn’t take part in training last week and, according to the Manchester Evening News, is struggling with a foot injury at present.

Luke Shaw hasn't played since the 4-0 loss to Brentford. Credit: Getty.Luke Shaw hasn't played since the 4-0 loss to Brentford. Credit: Getty.
Luke Shaw hasn't played since the 4-0 loss to Brentford. Credit: Getty.

Brandon Williams

Has been spotted at Old Trafford during United’s recent games but is yet to feature under Ten Hag due to injury. He is currently building up his fitness.

Donny van de Beek

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Has played just 19 competitive minutes this season and missed last week’s loss to Sociedad due to a knock. He may be available for Thursday’s game against Sheriff.

Facundo Pellistri

Picked up an injury in United’s pre-season game against Atletico Madrid, but a recent report in Uruguayan outlet El Pais claimed he is closing in on a return to fitness.

Anthony Martial

The forward is struggling with an Achilles problem and Ten Hag confirmed last week he is yet to return to full training since picking up the injury.

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