When Manchester United visits division leaders Arsenal on Sunday afternoon, they will be looking to win consecutive Premier League games. In the race to earn a spot in the Champions League for the upcoming season, the Red Devils are now fifth in the Premier League standings, one point behind fourth-place Liverpool. After defeating Manchester City 2-0 in the Manchester derby, Michael Carrick’s team will be coming into the game.
Before the match against Arsenal, who are seven points ahead of second-place Man City in the standings, Sports Mole summarizes all of Man United’s injury and suspension concerns. Due to a back issue, De Ligt has missed Man United’s past ten games.
The Netherlands international will miss this one as well, although Carrick has stated that the center-back may make a comeback in the coming weeks. Zirkzee is presently sidelined due to a muscle issue, and the Netherlands international is still said to be leaving in late January.
Man United injury update as defender suffers setback
After many first-team players returned to action in January, De Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee are currently the only players missing from United. Michael Carrick has stated that De Ligt is currently undergoing treatment, and Zirkzee is expected to miss a few weeks.
Prior to the trip to Arsenal, Carrick stated that there were no new injury worries and that this week’s attitude was upbeat following the victory against Manchester City. “Everyone came through the game really well, I can’t tell you anything apart from the obvious, it’s been a good week,” he stated.
“A significant performance and outcome, a significant boost to the atmosphere within the stadium. It’s striking that balance while maintaining your feet on the ground with the support and self-assurance of the game.
“One game provides us with a solid basis to work upon, but it doesn’t make you a great squad. The group has a lot of confidence, but we are aware of what is ahead.”
