Manchester United Hit by Fresh Injury Crisis Ahead of Tottenham Clash

Manchester United forward Amad Diallo could be out for the rest of the season with ankle ligament damage, dealing a significant blow to the club's already troubled campaign.

Manchester United's already challenging season has been dealt another setback, as reports suggest that forward Amad Diallo could be ruled out for the remainder of the campaign. The 22-year-old is believed to have suffered ankle ligament damage during a training session.

The extent of the injury is yet to be confirmed by Manchester United, with Diallo awaiting further tests to determine the full severity of the damage. If the reports are accurate, it would be a significant blow to the Ivory Coast international's season, having been one of United's most impressive performers in recent months.

Diallo's dynamic displays had been a rare bright spot in an otherwise difficult campaign for Manchester United. He had scored crucial goals against Manchester City and Liverpool, and had found the net six times in his last 14 appearances across all competitions. His prolonged absence would undoubtedly be a significant setback for United manager Ruben Amorim.

Extremely disappointed to be writing this message in such a crucial time of the season.

Unfortunately, I will be out for some time with an injury.

I will come back stronger than ever!!

Time to support the boys from the outside. Still loads to play for 🫶🏾❤️ pic.twitter.com/nWqTkOKyA5

— Amad (@Amaddiallo_19) February 15, 2025

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim had already hinted at the team's injury woes ahead of their Sunday clash with Tottenham, revealing that unspecified injuries and illnesses had affected his squad. Further reports have since confirmed that midfielders Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, and Toby Collyer have all picked up injuries, compounding the blow of Amad Diallo's potential season-ending setback.

The Red Devils are already reeling from the season-ending anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained by Lisandro Martinez. Additionally, Amorim has indicated that Luke Shaw, Jonny Evans, Mason Mount, and Altay Bayindir will remain sidelined. In response to these mounting injury concerns, Manchester United has promoted several academy players, including 17-year-old Chido Obi, to first-team training in an effort to bolster their depleted ranks.

As United prepare to face Tottenham on Sunday, they sit 13th in the Premier League standings, just two points ahead of their opponents. The match promises to be a crucial encounter for both teams, with United seeking to arrest their slide and Tottenham aiming to climb the table.