Bruno Fernandes Is One Of Three Manchester United Players Facing Injury Concerns Ahead Of The Nottingham Forest Match
Manchester United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, is one of three players facing injury concerns ahead of Wednesday’s FA Cup clash against Nottingham Forest.
Erik ten Hag’s team is aiming to bounce back from a 2-1 defeat in Saturday’s Premier League encounter against Fulham.
As they aim to progress to the quarter-finals, there is uncertainty surrounding the availability of their captain for the match at the City Ground.
Speaking ahead of Wednesday’s fixture, Ten Hag confirmed that Fernandes and Raphael Varane are doubtful, while Harry Maguire will not be part of the matchday squad.
“We have some uncertainties within our squad,” Ten Hag stated to Manchester United’s media team. “Maguire will not be able to play, and there are doubts surrounding Bruno’s availability.”
“Additionally, Rapha Varane’s availability is uncertain. We need to assess our options and then select the team, with the primary objective being to secure a victory.
“This is an FA Cup match, where the outcome is straightforward: either we win or we lose. There’s no room for ambiguity. Our mindset should be focused on winning.”
Fernandes, who appeared to sustain an injury on Saturday, faces the possibility of missing a game due to injury for the first time since joining from Sporting Lisbon in January 2020.
Ten Hag is already grappling with an extensive injury list, which includes Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, Mason Mount, and Anthony Martial.
Rasmus Hojlund is expected to miss his second consecutive game after recently being sidelined for an estimated two to three weeks.
On a brighter note, defender Victor Lindelof will be fit for the fifth-round tie despite being substituted due to a knock before the end of Saturday’s defeat to Fulham.
Casemiro suffered a head injury and was substituted during the second half against Marco Silva’s team. However, Ten Hag confirmed that the Brazilian did not suffer a concussion and will be available for Wednesday’s match.
“He had to come off due to bleeding,” the Dutch manager stated in his pre-match press conference. “It was certainly not ideal for us that he couldn’t finish the game, but he will be ready for tomorrow.”
Manchester United will be aiming to maintain their impressive away form, having emerged victorious in each of their last five competitive matches on the road.
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