Rashford, Casemiro, Shaw – Manchester United injury news and return dates

Man United have a number of key players on the sidelines although some may be back in action soon, all being well.

Manchester United have been plagued by injuries this season, and Marcus Rashford has now become the latest player to succumb to a setback.

The attacker failed a late fitness test ahead of the win over Fulham and was left out of the squad. There are a number of other players in the treatment room ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League tie against Copenhagen.

Casemiro is a player United will be without for that clash. The Brazilian featured in midweek but picked up another issue that will keep him out for several weeks. Some are closer to returning than others.

Marcus Rashford
Injury: Unspecified

The striker was ruled out of the win over Fulham after failing a late fitness test having sustained a heavy knock in training this week. The fact he was able to undertake a late assessment gives hope that Rashford might be back in time for the midweek Champions League trip to Copenhagen.

Potential return date: November 8 vs Copenhagen

Casemiro
Injury: Hamstring

The midfielder has been ruled out for “several weeks” after sustaining a hamstring injury in the League Cup defeat to Newcastle. That was his first outing after recovering from a foot injury picked up during last month’s international break.

The vague timeline delivered by the club and nature of the injury means his return date is ambiguous.

Potential return date: Unknown

Luke Shaw
Injury: Muscular

The defender has made good progress on his return but is not expected to be back before this month’s international break, which commences in just over a week’s time.

Potential return date: Late November

Tyrell Malacia
Injury: Knee

Malacia has to undergo surgery for a knee issue and has not played since last season’s Premier League final day. He has returned to individual training but a timeline for his return is unknown.

Potential return date: Unknown

Lisandro Martinez
Injury: Foot

The defender has also gone under the knife, in his case for a recurring metatarsal problem. He first sustained the issue back in April and now could be out until 2024 after a recurrence in September. He recently spoke to media, saying he is having to remain patient in his recovery.