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Patrick Dorgu suffered a hamstring injury during Manchester United's win over Arsenal and could be on the sidelines for several weeks
Patrick Dorgu of Manchester United could be sidelined with a hamstring injury
Patrick Dorgu of Manchester United could be sidelined with a hamstring injury(Image: Mike Egerton/PA Wire)
All you need to know about Patrick Dorgu's injury and the Manchester United games he may end up missing...
Patrick Dorgu suffered a hamstring injury during the 3-2 win over Arsenal, although United sources insist there is no clear timeframe for a return yet and he is still being assessed. This is despite reports suggesting that the Denmark international could be sidelined for around 10 weeks - which might rule Dorgu out of the next eight matches.
Fulham (Home) – February 1: Dorgu is expected to miss this home clash at Old Trafford as he begins the initial phase of his rehabilitation. Interim head coach Michael Carrick will need to find a replacement for the player who has been a preferred starter on the left wing.
Tottenham Hotspur (Home) – February 7: Dorgu may also be unavailable for this high-profile fixture against a top-four rival. United would certainly miss the versatile wing-back, especially considering his recent scoring form against Manchester City and Arsenal.
West Ham United (Away) – February 10: This midweek trip to London may also come too early in Dorgu's recovery window for him to be considered.
Everton (Away) – February 23: Even with a nearly two-week gap between fixtures, Dorgu may also not be available return for the trip to face the Toffees.
Crystal Palace (Home) – March 1: If the reports are to be believed, Dorgu may also be unavailable for the visit of the Eagles to Old Trafford. United’s medical staff will be monitoring his progress closely but will avoid rushing him back before he's ready.
Newcastle United (Away) – March 4: This away game at St. James' Park falls right in the middle of the reported 10-week absence. The Denmark international may be forced to watch from the sidelines as United continues their push for European qualification.
Aston Villa (Home) – March 14: Dorgu could still be unavailable for United's home clash against Villa in the middle of March, but the Reds will be hoping that the 21-year-old has already made a return to full fitness by this point.
Bournemouth (Away) – March 20: This is potentially the final Premier League match Dorgu will miss before the April return target based on the reported 10-week recovery time, as per media reports.