ERIK TEN HAG has confirmed that Anthony Martial will NOT be available for Manchester United’s upcoming Premier League clash with Southampton on Saturday.
Martial, 26, returned to action on Monday after recovering from a knee issue sustained in pre-season.
But, he will now remain out of action with an achilles injury.
United boss Ten Hag confirmed the huge injury blow during today’s press conference.
However, he did not disclose the severity of the issue.
The Dutchman said: “He [Martial] came out with a problem with his achilles.
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“I cannot tell a prognosis, how long it takes. I hope he will be available for the next game.”
Martial enjoyed a promising pre-season with the Red Devils until he sustained a knee problem shortly before the start of the Premier League campaign.
He scored four goals during United’s tour of Asia and Australia – one of which came against Liverpool.
Ten Hag will now have to reassess his attacking options ahead of Saturday’s match against Southampton.
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The Dutchman could turn to the same successful front three that helped earn a 2-1 win over Liverpool on Monday.
Marcus Rashford, who scored the decisive goal, led the line with Jadon Sancho and Anthony Elanga on either side.
Alternatively, Ten Hag could reintroduce wantaway Cristiano Ronaldo to the starting line-up.
New boy Casemiro is expected to make his first appearance for the Red Devils just one week after joining the club.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
