Man Utd Suffer Double Injury Blow Ahead of Europa League Clash with Real Sociedad

Maguire & Ugarte Ruled Out as Injury Crisis Worsens

Manchester United’s injury problems continue to mount as Harry Maguire and Manuel Ugarte have been ruled out of the Europa League round of 16 first leg against Real Sociedad.

Both players sustained knocks during United’s FA Cup loss to Fulham, and their absence was confirmed when they were left out of the 18-man squad traveling to Spain.

Limited Squad Options for Ruben Amorim

Although UEFA allows teams to name 23 players in matchday squads, United are only taking 18 due to their ongoing injury crisis.

Alongside Maguire and Ugarte, United are also missing key players, including:

• Lisandro Martinez
• Luke Shaw
• Jonny Evans
• Mason Mount
• Amad Diallo
• Kobbie Mainoo
• Altay Bayindir
• Tom Heaton

Additionally, young striker Chido Obi is ineligible for the Europa League as he was not registered for the knockout rounds.

Toby Collyer Returns as a Rare Positive

One silver lining for United is the return of Toby Collyer, who had been out since January. His inclusion provides a slight boost to the depleted squad, but Ruben Amorim will still have very few options on the bench, with three of the five substitutes having made only 11 senior appearances combined.

Man Utd’s 18-Man Squad vs. Real Sociedad

Goalkeepers:

• Andre Onana
• Dermot Mee
• Elyh Harrison

Defenders:

• Diogo Dalot
• Matthijs de Ligt
• Patrick Dorgu
• Victor Lindelof
• Noussair Mazraoui
• Leny Yoro
• Ayden Heaven
• Harry Amass

Midfielders:

• Casemiro
• Christian Eriksen
• Bruno Fernandes
• Toby Collyer

Forwards:

• Alejandro Garnacho
• Rasmus Hojlund
• Joshua Zirkzee

Can United Overcome These Absences?

With so many key players missing, how will Ruben Amorim adjust his tactics to take on Real Sociedad? Can young talents like Toby Collyer and Leny Yoro step up in this crucial European tie?

Share your thoughts in the comments! Did United make a mistake by not reinforcing the squad in January?