BREAKING NEWS: Manchester United Hit by Fresh Injury Blow Ahead of Tottenham Showdown
Manchester United have been dealt another worrying setback just days before their crucial Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur, as reports confirm that another key first-team player picked up an ACL injury during a training session yesterday.
Club medical staff have since confirmed the worst-case scenario: the player will miss the remainder of the season, dealing a significant blow to Michael Carrick’s momentum at Old Trafford.
Despite this latest injury scare, United will still be determined to make it four wins in a row when Spurs arrive at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon.
Since Carrick stepped in as interim manager, the Red Devils have enjoyed a remarkable turnaround, recording impressive victories over Manchester City, Arsenal, and Fulham.
The run has reignited belief among supporters and pushed United firmly back into the race near the top of the table.
However, Tottenham remain a particularly uncomfortable opponent for United. In recent seasons, Spurs have developed into something of a “bogey team,” with United failing to beat them since October 2022.
That barren run now stretches to eight matches across all competitions, including last season’s disappointing Europa League final defeat in Bilbao. Breaking that streak is one of Carrick’s immediate priorities, especially with confidence currently high within the squad.
Both clubs have undergone managerial changes since their last meeting. Tottenham parted ways with Ange Postecoglou over the summer, appointing Thomas Frank after his long and successful spell at Brentford.
United, meanwhile, turned to Carrick following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, with Darren Fletcher briefly involved during the transition.
While Carrick has enjoyed an excellent start, Frank finds himself under growing pressure, knowing that a positive result at Old Trafford could buy him some much-needed time and credibility.
When it comes to team selection, Carrick’s options are becoming increasingly limited. Ahead of the Spurs match, it appears that Matthijs de Ligt and Mason Mount will again be unavailable.
According to Manchester Evening News reporter Steven Railston, neither player was spotted during the club’s latest training session, raising further doubts over their involvement this weekend.
De Ligt has now been sidelined since United’s away victory over Crystal Palace on November 26, with his absence continuing to weaken the defensive unit. Mount, on the other hand, has suffered yet another setback.
Previously described by Amorim as a key leader within the squad, the midfielder has struggled badly with injuries this season.
His latest issue is reportedly a knock sustained in training, and it has severely limited his contributions under Carrick so far.
In fact, Mount has played just one minute since Carrick took charge, appearing briefly at the end of the Manchester derby.
With his continued absence, younger players such as Shea Lacey are once again expected to step up and fill the void.
As United prepare for a high-stakes encounter against Tottenham, Carrick must balance momentum with mounting injury concerns.
While the results have been encouraging, the growing list of unavailable senior players adds another layer of difficulty to what promises to be a tense and defining afternoon at Old Trafford.
