The loss sees United sitting in 16th place, positioned just ahead of Europa League final opponents Tottenham.
While their league campaign was effectively over weeks ago, the biggest concern for United fans is the injury suffered by Leny Yoro. ..Continue Reading
The young defender was forced off the pitch for Harry Maguire after collapsing to the ground without any apparent contact, often a worrying sign.
Former United player and MUTV pundit Wes Brown has provided his thoughts on Yoro’s injury, speculating on the severity based on the Frenchman’s reaction after being substituted.
On a positive note, Yoro was able to walk off the field and into the tunnel unassisted, offering some hope for a less serious issue.
However, non-contact injuries tend to be more problematic than those caused by physical challenges, and Yoro has a history of foot problems.
There has been no official statement from the club regarding his condition since the game has just concluded, but Brown has made an early prediction on his recovery timeline, including whether he’ll be fit for the Europa League final.
Brown, speaking on MUTV, said: “Putting his shirt in his mouth and covering his eyes for 10 minutes means he’s thinking ahead.
He might miss the final even if it’s not a big injury. Let’s hope it’s not but if he is injured he’d be a big miss. He’s been a great player and did better and better.”
Yoro appeared completely dejected as he made his way off the pitch, and as Brown noted, it would be surprising to see him included in the squad for the final.
While his injury is set to dominate the headlines, it was merely the start of what could have been a disastrous night for Manchester United.
Amorim took a major gamble by fielding a near full-strength squad, a risky move given it came less than three days after their Europa League clash.
Rasmus Hojlund also faced a scare with a shoulder issue, though he managed to shake it off—but it was another example of unnecessary risk-taking from the United boss.
Adding to the frustration, the team’s performance was noticeably poorer compared to their previous Premier League outings, where young players were given opportunities against Wolves and Brentford.
It’s fair to assume that Amorim has taken this lesson to heart, and his lineup against Chelsea on Friday night should reflect that adjustment.
However, the damage to Yoro has already been done, and ultimately, it was a costly oversight on Amorim’s part.