Achilles Tendon Injury Sidelines Manchester United Loanee
In the lead-up to Manchester United’s Premier League match against Arsenal, manager Erik ten Hag faced questions about the team’s injury woes, adding to the concern following Harry Maguire’s recent setback.
Mount’s Absence and Shaw’s Setback
It came as no surprise that Mason Mount, who seems to have encountered a string of bad luck since joining Manchester United from Chelsea, would miss yet another game. Additionally, Luke Shaw’s hopes of returning for the FA Cup final against Man City have been dashed due to a setback, leaving the team without a recognized left-back for several more weeks. Despite Lisandro Martinez’s return to training, the Arsenal clash will come too soon for him.
Injury Woes Extend Beyond Carrington
The injury curse doesn’t seem to be limited to the players at Carrington. One of the players loaned out by Manchester United in January, seeking more playing time, is facing his own race against time to return to the pitch before the end of the season.
Van de Beek’s Achilles Tendon Woes
Donny van de Beek, on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt, is now back in the Netherlands for treatment on an Achilles tendon injury. This injury will rule him out of the upcoming match against Borussia Monchengladbach. Dino Toppmoller, the Frankfurt coach, expressed optimism about Van de Beek’s recovery, hoping to have him back for the last home game against RB Leipzig.
Frankfurt’s Disappointment with Van de Beek
Van de Beek’s loan spell at Frankfurt has been disappointing, with the midfielder struggling to make an impact. Despite Toppmoller’s belief in Van de Beek’s abilities, the Dutchman has failed to live up to expectations, making only eight appearances without scoring a goal.
Uncertain Future for Van de Beek
Frankfurt is unlikely to trigger the £13 million option-to-buy clause in Van de Beek’s contract, meaning he will return to Manchester United in the summer. This situation adds to the challenges facing Manchester United’s new decision-makers, who are already looking to offload several senior players.
In conclusion, Van de Beek’s injury setback adds to Manchester United’s growing list of injury concerns, highlighting the challenges faced by the team as they navigate the remainder of the season.
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