Rashford, Martinez, Sabitzer - Manchester United injury latest and expected return dates

Manchester United could be without five first-team players when they travel to Bournemouth this weekend.

Erik ten Hag had several absentees last week but United still brushed aside Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford. A poor away record - as well as a resurgent Liverpool side - has caused some to be concerned about the Red Devils’ Champions League bid.

United’s fate remains in their hands and beating Bournemouth would be a huge step to securing a top-four finish. On a positive note, Ten Hag confirmed Scott McTominay and Raphael Varane will be available for the trip.

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The latter played 81 minutes against Wolves and came through unscathed, having missed the previous six Premier League games due to injury. Ahead of the latest clash, Manchester Evening News have profiled thefull injury list - including potential return dates.

Marcus Rashford - illness

Rashford missed the Wolves win with a leg injury and Ten Hag confirmed he has made a full recovery at his press conference. However, the England star has been struck by a bout of illness and will be assessed before tomorrow.

“Rashy trained well the whole week but today he reported he is ill,’ the Dutchman told reporters. “We have to see how he recovers during the day and see tomorrow."

Lisandro Martinez - foot

The Argentine has dispelled his pre-season critics to emerge as one of United’s standout players.

A metatarsal fracture has seen the defender sidelined for the previous six top-flight fixtures and he is due to miss the rest of the season, including the FA Cup final.

Marcel Sabitzer - knee

Sabitzer is another who will not play again for United this season. Given the Austrian is only on loan