Manchester United's list of absences for Monday's trip to Crystal Palace could again be around double figures and when even Bruno Fernandes is injured, you know you have a problem.
In a revealing half-hour interview with Gary Neville for Sky Sports, Erik ten Hag once again lamented the injury record that has wrecked his plans this season.
United have had 61 separate injuries, forcing first-team players to miss more than 350 matches. Fernandes is one of the few to have avoided missing a game but after playing through the pain barrier he is now facing a late fitness test to play at Selhurst Park.
His absence would be a significant blow to Ten Hag in a game that is shaping up to be vital. United could find themselves down in eighth on Monday night and they need to start firing to guarantee European qualification, never mind building up a head of steam ahead of a date at Wembley with Manchester City later this month. ALSO READ: Fernandes spotted wearing protective cast amid injury worry ALSO READ: United summer transfer plans outlined as Ten Hag takes swipe That is easier said than done when you remain so stretched, particularly at left-back and centre-back, and if the most creative player is absent on Monday it is another challenge to overcome.