Manchester United has been dealt a major blow as one of their key players, Casemiro, will be sidelined for several weeks due to a hamstring injury.
The Brazilian midfielder sustained the injury during their Carabao Cup defeat to Newcastle United. Despite starting the match, Casemiro was forced to be substituted at halftime.
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An update from the club on Casemiro read: ‘Casemiro will be out for several weeks due to a hamstring injury suffered during our Carabao Cup defeat to Newcastle United on Wednesday. The Brazilian midfielder was withdrawn at half-time due to the issue, and subsequent assessment has revealed a strain that will keep him out for a number of weeks.’
Manchester United confirmed the extent of the injury, stating that he will be out for a number of weeks. As a result, Casemiro will miss upcoming matches against Fulham, FC Copenhagen, and Luton Town, leading up to the international break in November. There is also a possibility that he may not be available for Manchester United’s trip to St James’ Park at the beginning of December, where they will face Newcastle United.