Manchester United have been dealt a fresh injury blow as forward Matheus Cunha sustained an accident during a first-team training session.
Training Ground Setback Forces Christmas Cancellation
The Brazilian striker, 26, had just returned to the club's Carrington training base following the international break. The incident occurred as the squad prepared for their upcoming Premier League fixture against Everton on Monday evening.
Cunha's injury was confirmed when organisers of the Altrincham Christmas lights switch-on event announced his withdrawal. VisitAltrincham posted an official statement on Instagram, citing 'medical reasons' for his absence from the Saturday night ceremony.
Injury Crisis Deepens for Amorim's Squad
This development exacerbates an already significant injury situation for manager Ruben Amorim. The squad's first session back saw several key players absent, including Benjamin Šeško, Harry Maguire, and Kobbie Mainoo, all managing various fitness concerns.
Šeško, who suffered a knee injury against Tottenham before the break, is not expected back until December. Maguire is confirmed to be unavailable for the Everton match with a hamstring issue, while Mainoo's participation remains uncertain as he continues his recovery.
Positive News on Martinez Return
Amid the injury concerns, there is a potential boost for the Red Devils. Defender Lisandro Martínez is reportedly close to making his long-awaited return to Premier League action after being sidelined since February with an ACL injury.
Amorim offered an encouraging update, stating, 'Licha is getting close to be playing,' which will be welcome news for fans. The Argentine defender has been in full training and even joined his national team during the break to aid his fitness journey.
United head into the Monday night clash at Old Trafford, known as the Theatre of Dreams, on an impressive five-match unbeaten run. The team currently sits tenth in the Premier League table, just eight points behind leaders Arsenal, as they face a revitalised Everton side under David Moyes.
