'Several weeks': Amorim confirms big injury blow for £27m United star ahead of Bournemouth clash

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has provided a fresh injury update ahead of the Premier League clash against Bournemouth at Old Trafford on Sunday.

The Red Devils suffered a 4-3 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup quarter-final last night. They were good attacking wise, but lacked defensive resolve.

United conceded goals with high-profile defensive errors and Amorim will want a huge improvement when the club host the Cherries at Old Trafford at the weekend.

Ahead of the game, Amorim provided a brief update on midfielder Mason Mount, who picked up a fresh injury in the 2-1 league win over Manchester City last weekend.

He told Manutd.com: “Several weeks. I don’t know the exact date, but it’s going to be for long. And that’s it, it’s part of football and you continue.”

The England international has had a tough career with United. He has featured in just 42 per cent of the club’s games since his high-profile move from Chelsea last year.

His latest setback is another big cause for concern. The £27 million-rated star has picked up a fresh injury and it is quite clear that he could be sidelined for some time.

Amorim has regularly supported the midfielder since his appointment and hopefully, Mount can repay the faith shown when he returns to first-team action next year.

Meanwhile, the manager also highlighted that Marcus Rashford is available for selection on Sunday.

United now need to refocus after the midweek setback. The club are just six points behind the Champions League places after the dramatic derby win on the road last weekend.

The Red Devils need to keep on winning games to close the deficit. The Cherries are not an easy opposition to face. They secured a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford last year.

Andoni Iraola’s side play an attacking and exciting brand of football. United need to be defensively strong to come up with maximum points from Sunday’s league encounter.

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Article written by Sri Aswin .