Rashford, Sabitzer, Martinez - Manchester United injury news and return dates ahead of Chelsea
21.05.2023 - 18:15
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Manchester United could seal their place back in the Champions League for next season should they pick up at least a point against Chelsea later this week.
United sit fourth in the Premier League table as things stand, level on points with Newcastle United, and are well placed for being back in Europe's top club competition for the 2023/24 campaign. The 1-0 victory over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium has placed them three points clear of fifth-placed Liverpool.
After Jurgen Klopp's outfit could only draw at Anfield against Aston Villa, United extended their advantage over their bitter rivals. United are in a promising position and have their destiny firmly in their hands with a game in hand.
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That game in hand comes this Thursday at Old Trafford when United host a struggling Chelsea side. It has been a campaign to forget for the Stamford Bridge side who will finish in the bottom half of the table.
United have had many injury problems over the course of the season and it continues to be the case as the campaign approaches its climax. Here is the latest details on those members of the United players who are out of action at present.
Injury: Illness
Potential return date: Chelsea (H), May 25
What ten Hag has said: "Rashy trained the whole week but today he reported he doesn't feel well, so he's ill. We have to see how he recovers during the day and see tomorrow [vs Bournemouth]."
Injury: Knee
Potential return date: Pre-season
What United have said: "Manchester United midfielder Marcel Sabitzer has suffered a meniscal injury which will, unfortunately, rule him out for the remainder of the season,” a statement