There are a number of juxtapositions when it comes to Anthony Martial's role in the Manchester United team.
13.03.2023 - 09:53 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United must wait on the fitness of Alejandro Garnacho after the forward was replaced late on in the Premier League stalemate with Southampton.
The teenager replaced Jadon Sancho in the 73rd-minute on Sunday before being substituted himself in second half added-time, having received medical treatment after appearing to get caught between Kyle Walker-Peters' legs during a challenge. Garnacho was later spotted leaving Old Trafford on crutches.
Ten Hag did not risk Anthony Martial either, with the forward left out of the matchday squad despite returning to training this month. Midfielder Marcel Sabitzer was again absent after missing the Europa League match against Real Betis due to a knock.
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In the aftermath of the Premier League draw, here is the current state of play on the Carrington treatment table...
Injury: Ankle
Possible return date: Unknown
What Ten Hag has said: "He had a bad tackle. His ankle was twisted. I didn't take the risk and I took him off."
Injury: Groin/Hip/Pelvic
Possible return dates: Real Betis (A) or Fulham (H)
What Ten Hag has said: "He is on his way back, he is back in training, but we will be cautious."
Injury: Knock
Possible return dates: TBC
What Ten Hag has said: "The only disappointment is Marcel Sabitzer is not available."
Injury: Ankle
Possible return date: Late April or May
What Ten Hag has said: "I think he [Eriksen] will play [again in 2022/23]. Definitely. But I can't tell now an expectation, but I think his progress in the rehab is OK. It is going according to plan, so definitely we will see him. But not before the international break. Yes, he is [still part of the group]. But of course,
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