Manchester United Injury Update – Latest News On Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro & Luke Shaw’s Fitness

Manchester United has tough months ahead of them with the team set to play through some big fixtures. The Red Devils have been one of the most inconsistent sides in Europe this season, with Erik Ten Hag and his men yet to find any form of momentum. To add more to their woes, the team has a string of first-team players on the bench owing to injuries, forcing the manager to dig deep into the reserves list. However, it seems like some top names could return before their upcoming FA Cup clash.

United will take on Wigan Athletic in their upcoming fixture in the FA Cup. The team will hope to do their best and get past their opponents to secure their entry in the next round of the tournament. Erik ten Hag’s men also have some tough challenges ahead in the Premier League, with the side set to face Tottenham following their clash against Wigan.

Manchester United injury updates

The Red Devils will be boosted by the return of some of their key players this January. The side has been without the likes of Casemiro, Luke Shaw, and Lisandro Martinez, amongst others, with the first-team names absent from the squad owing to injuries. However, the side will fancy their chances for their upcoming clash against Wigan as Erik ten Hag remains eager to start the new year on a positive note.

Rasmus Hojlund (Striker) – 9th January vs Wigan

There were concerns surrounding the Danish striker’s fitness following his absence from the team against Nottingham Forest owing to illness. According to reports, the player has fully recovered and will be available for selection for the upcoming games against Wigan in the FA Cup.

Luke Shaw (Full Back) – 9th January vs Wigan

The English full-back has been a cornerstone for Manchester United. The defender picked up a minor knock during the Boxing Day clash against Aston Villa, forcing him to miss the trip to Nottingham Forest. However, it has been reported that the player has fully recovered from his knock and will be available for the game against Wigan.

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Casemiro (Defensive Midfielder) – 14th January vs Tottenham

The veteran defensive midfielder will be back in action later this month against Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham. While the Brazilian star hasn’t been at the top of his game this season, his presence in United’s midfield is a crucial plus point for the team. While Erik ten Hag has resorted to using some young names in Casemiro’s absence, it does not like anyone is a threat to the veteran’s place in the first team.

Lisandro Martinez (Center Back) – 14th January vs Tottenham

Manchester United fans will take a tremendous sigh of relief as the Argentine defender will make his return later this month before the game against Tottenham. The player has been out for a while after suffering a rough ankle injury. Martinez’s return will be an enormous boost for United, with the Albiceleste star emerging as their standout defender from last season.

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