Rashford, Shaw and Garnacho - Manchester United injury latest and return dates ahead of Sevilla
Manchester United will be without at least three players for Thursday’s Europa League clash with Sevilla at Old Trafford.
The Reds have been hit by injury and suspension in swathes this season, albeit they remain on track for a top four finish and are in the latter stages of the Europa League and FA Cup having already lifted the Carabao Cup.
Casemiro was eligible for the European clash with Sevilla anyway as his domestic suspension doesn't cover European fixtures. The midfielder will make his Premier League return against Nottingham Forest on Sunday after a four-game ban.
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Christian Erisken made his first appearance since sustaining January’s ankle injury against Everton at the weekend. He could make his first start since his setback against Sevilla while Anthony Martial is in line for a first start since January 14. However, a handful of others will play no part in Thursday’s contest. Here's the United injury latest.
United confirmed on Wednesday that Rashford would be sidelined for the next few games with Sevilla being the first. The attacker pulled up with a groin problem late on in Saturday’s 2-0 win over Everton. His loss comes as a blow for United with their top scorer shouldering most of the goal burden this season. Rashford's 28 strikes in all competitions mark his most prolific campaign ever.
Possible return date: Unknown
Shaw sat out the win over Everton after being forced off 37 minutes into last Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Brentford. The nature of left-back’s setback has not been disclosed but Ten Hag insists his issue is not long-term. The England star has played a significant role this season, sometimes as the left-sided centre-back when Lisandro Martinez