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Man Utd injury update as key players face fitness tests before Everton clash

Injury concerns mount after dramatic Tottenham draw

Manchester United extended their unbeaten run to five matches following a dramatic 2-2 draw with Tottenham, yet the point came at a cost. A late header from Matthijs de Ligt salvaged a result for the Red Devils deep into stoppage time, but Ruben Amorim now faces several injury concerns ahead of their Premier League return against Everton on November 24.

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The draw at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was a showcase of resilience. United finished the game with ten men after Benjamin Sesko limped off and Amorim had no substitutions remaining. That moment, coupled with a battling late equaliser, summed up the fighting spirit that has underpinned United’s recent revival under Amorim.

Still, the manager’s relief at avoiding defeat was tempered by a growing list of fitness worries. Amorim will be hoping the two-week international break offers enough time for key players to recover and maintain the team’s momentum.

Sesko knee scare causes concern

Benjamin Sesko’s injury is the biggest concern for Manchester United. The striker left the pitch in clear discomfort after a collision near the end of the match. The 22-year-old immediately headed down the tunnel following an earlier chance denied by a strong recovery challenge from Micky van de Ven.

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After the game, Amorim confirmed the player’s knee problem could be significant. “That [his recent form] is not the biggest concern now,” Amorim told reporters. “I’m concerned with an injury, because it is in the knee, and I don’t know. We need Ben [Sesko] to be a better team. We have to check. He has something in his knee. Let’s see.”

The forward has now withdrawn from international duty with Slovenia, which will allow United’s medical team to assess the injury thoroughly. Initial reports suggest optimism that it is not a long-term setback, but his status remains uncertain.

Potential return date: Unknown

Maguire and Casemiro updates

Harry Maguire’s return to the starting lineup was short-lived after he picked up a hamstring issue midway through the first half. The defender, who had only just regained fitness, looked visibly frustrated as he was forced off. Given the timing of the international break, Maguire could benefit from a short spell of rest before the clash with Everton.

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Potential return date: November 24, 2025 vs Everton (H)

Casemiro also added to Amorim’s concerns after he went off at the same time as Maguire. The Brazilian veteran’s influence has been vital in recent weeks, and his departure coincided with United conceding twice late in the first half. However, his decision to join Brazil’s national squad for upcoming friendlies suggests the issue is minor.

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Potential return date: November 24, 2025 vs Everton (H)

Minor setback for Mainoo

Perhaps the least worrying of the injury concerns is Kobbie Mainoo. The young midfielder missed the Tottenham clash due to a minor knock, with teenager Jack Fletcher stepping into the squad in his place. That ensured United continued their proud tradition of naming at least one academy graduate in every matchday squad since 1937, now spanning over 4,000 consecutive games.

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Mainoo’s absence was purely precautionary, and the 20-year-old is expected to return to full training ahead of the Everton game. Amorim will be keen to have his energy and control back in midfield, particularly with the hectic winter schedule looming.

Potential return date: November 24, 2025 vs Everton (H)

Amorim’s selection puzzle grows

While the 2-2 draw at Tottenham highlighted United’s fighting qualities, it also underlined the thinness of their squad depth in key areas. Amorim has been praised for steadying results and implementing a clear tactical structure, but further injuries could test that progress.

The international break has arrived at the right time for United, yet the next few days will be crucial in determining how many of their first-team regulars return in time for the Everton trip. The medical department faces a busy fortnight, and Amorim’s ability to adapt his selections could be decisive in sustaining United’s push for consistency.