Man Utd face fresh injury setbacks as Dorgu leaves Wales game early

Man United have suffered another injury blow as Patrick Dorgu was subbed after just 29 minutes of Denmark’s friendly against Wales, leaving the 21‑year‑old on international duty. The early withdrawal raises concerns ahead of United’s upcoming Premier League fixtures, with manager Michael Carrick already coping with a fitness issue to Bruno Fernandes.

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Jesus said Fernandes had been playing through the discomfort, which could signal an underlying problem for the Red Devils. Although the injury does not appear serious, United will hope the midfielder can recover during the international break.

Dorgu’s involvement for United has been limited; he featured for six minutes in the last match, providing an assist that secured a point, and previously completed the full 90 minutes against Manchester City in the Premier League. He is not a guaranteed starter, but his early exit adds to United’s defensive options concerns.

Michael Carrick also faces a potential setback, with reports suggesting he may miss October fixtures, compounding United’s struggles under his management this season. The club has found it difficult to secure consistent results, and the twin injuries could further hamper their campaign.

United will monitor Dorgu’s condition closely, aiming for a swift return before the next league game, while hoping Fernandes can regain full fitness ahead of the club’s upcoming fixtures.