Man United handed fresh injury update, fans will be delighted
Manchester United have received a welcome injury boost with academy starlet Sekou Kone edging closer to a return.
The 19-year-old suffered a horrible injury after a clash of heads in the Under-21s clash with Tamworth in the National League Cup.
He landed awkwardly on the turf, sparking immediate medical attention from both sets of staff in worrying scenes.
Ultimately, the referee decided to abandon the game, which has been rescheduled to be played later this year.
According to reliable insider Sully Talkz, Kone is currently doing individual grass training as he steps up recovery work after injury.
He is set to return to group training with the U21s soon, as the injury is not considered as serious as first feared.
Kone moved to Old Trafford from Malian side Guidars FC last summer.
Given the gulf in style and intensity between the two leagues, United placed him in the youth ranks to help him settle.
Unfortunate injuries have hampered his game time but the teenager has looked influential whenever available.
The Mali youth international has already caught the eye with his tactical intelligence and combative ball-winning qualities.
He is highly rated at the academy and seen as a potential heir to Casemiro’s throne at the base of midfield.
This positive update will be a boost not only for the academy but also for first-team manager Ruben Amorim.
United were unable to sign a midfielder this summer, as they prioritised strengthening their attack.
Amorim had pushed for an athletic midfielder who could shield the defence and free up Bruno Fernandes further forward.
Casemiro is still very good at breaking up play, but he clearly lacks the legs to thrive in the Premier League.
Kone is like an unpolished diamond but his profile fits the void United are struggling to fill.
United fans will be hoping their young midfielder can return to team training soon and knock harder on Amorim’s door.
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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .