Injury Concerns for Manchester United
Following the recent match against Burnley, Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim expressed concerns over the injuries sustained by his summer signings Matheus Cunha and Mason Mount. Both players were crucial during the victory that saw United edge out Burnley 3-2 at Old Trafford on Saturday, but their health is now in question.
Details of the Injuries
Cunha, who joined from Wolves for a hefty £62.5 million ($84.4 million), had to leave the field in the first half due to what seems to be a hamstring issue. Meanwhile, Mount, who had delivered a strong performance initially, did not return after halftime and was substituted for Kobbie Mainoo.
Manager’s Reaction
Amorim revealed his frustration over Cunha’s injury, noting the emotional strain it placed on him, stating he had to refrain from reacting impulsively when the forward went down.
“I don’t know [how they are],”
he said of the players’ conditions.
“We will check them. We need those guys really bad to be competitive.”
The medical team will conduct assessments to determine how serious their injuries are, as prolonged absences would be a significant setback for the team.
Match Highlights
Despite the setbacks, United managed to clinch their first win of the season, with Bruno Fernandes converting a penalty in stoppage time after the match appeared headed for a draw. Fernandes had missed a penalty the previous week in a match against Fulham, making his successful conversion even more poignant for the squad.
Amorim reflected on the match, asserting that his side deserved the win after creating numerous chances.
“It ended well… we created a lot of opportunities and should have had a bigger lead at half-time. We controlled the game until the end and pushed for the victory,”
he concluded.
Roster Updates
In other updates concerning Manchester United’s roster, there are rumors about Højlund potentially moving to Napoli on loan, while the situation regarding Antony has become more complicated as Real Betis has reportedly withdrawn their offer.
