Erik ten Hag Reveals Lindelof’s Injury Ahead of Brighton Showdown
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has confirmed that centre-back Victor Lindelof will miss the upcoming clash against Brighton due to an injury.
Lindelof, a crucial part of the Red Devils’ defense, has been sidelined with a toe issue, putting a damper on the team’s preparations for the match scheduled for this weekend.
In a statement to the official Manchester United website, Ten Hag provided clarity on Lindelof’s situation, stating, “There is no confusion, he has an issue on his toe. So hopefully he (Lindelof) can return quickly but he is not available for the weekend.”
The news comes as a blow to Manchester United, who are still adjusting to new signings and aiming to build momentum in the early stages of the Premier League season.
The Red Devils began their campaign with a solid 1-0 victory against Fulham, thanks to a decisive late goal from new acquisition Joshua Zirkzee.
This win set a positive tone for the season, but the injury to Lindelof poses a fresh challenge. Manchester United’s injury woes are well-documented, with a number of key players currently unavailable. Luke Shaw, Leny Yoro, and Rasmus Hojlund are all out with various fitness issues, adding to the list of concerns for Ten Hag.
Left-back Tyrell Malacia continues to struggle with long-term fitness issues, and last season saw players like Lisandro Martinez and Mason Mount frequently hindered by injury problems.
Despite these setbacks, Ten Hag’s squad now boasts increased depth and quality, thanks to a series of shrewd summer signings. The defensive lineup, though missing Lindelof, still has experienced options including Martinez, Harry Maguire, and new signing Matthijs de Ligt.
Manchester United will need to rely on this depth as they face Brighton, who also started their season on a high note with a dominant 3-0 victory over Everton. Ten Hag’s side will be looking to maintain their winning start and build on the momentum gained from their opening match.
Zirkzee, who scored the crucial goal against Fulham, is expected to make his first start for Manchester United this weekend. His performance will be keenly watched as he aims to cement his place in the team and contribute further to the club’s ambitions this season.
As Manchester United prepares for the Brighton encounter, Ten Hag will be hopeful that his remaining squad can step up and cover for Lindelof’s absence, ensuring the Red Devils continue their promising start to the Premier League campaign.
Erik ten Hag Reveals Lindelof’s Injury Ahead of Brighton Showdown