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Crutches & Coaching Changes: The Wild World of Manchester United!

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From Leny Yoro's ankle woes to Steve McClaren's Jamaican adventure - find out the latest from Manchester United!

In a twist of fate that has left Manchester United fans holding their breaths, new signing Leny Yoro has been spotted on crutches after injuring his ankle during a pre-season friendly match against Arsenal. The French defender, who joined the Red Devils for a whopping £58.9 million from Lille, was expected to be a cornerstone of Erik ten Hag's defensive strategies this season. However, the club is now facing fears that Yoro's injury could sideline him for up to three months, a serious setback for the team’s hopes this season. Fans and teammates alike are rallying behind the young talent, hoping for a speedy recovery as they prepare for the upcoming fixtures.

Meanwhile, the coaching staff at Manchester United is undergoing its own transformation. Veteran manager Steve McClaren, who has been a part of Erik ten Hag's coaching team for the last two years, has decided to take the plunge and accept the role of head coach for Jamaica's men’s national football team. McClaren has expressed his excitement for this new chapter in his career, leaving behind a successful stint at one of the most storied clubs in football history. United supporters will undoubtedly miss his contributions to the team, especially behind the scenes during their FA Cup victory last season.

As if Yoro's injury wasn't enough, the United squad is also rocked by the injury news of Danish striker Rasmus Højlund. Reports suggest that Højlund will be absent for approximately six weeks, adding to United's mounting concerns as they head into crucial matches against tough competitors such as Real Betis. Amidst this injury crisis, Erik ten Hag will need to whip up innovative strategies to keep the team competitive, leaning heavily on their remaining stars to step up.

Despite the alarming updates, Manchester United remains optimistic about their squad depth and potential. The next game is just around the corner, and fans are keenly awaiting updates on Yoro's and Højlund's recovery - after all, a good cocktail of injuries, tactical adjustments, and unconventional strategies makes for quite a thrilling season!

Did you know that Steve McClaren previously managed England and has been a prominent figure in UK football? His shift to Jamaica is set to explore a new repertoire of talents in Caribbean football. And while we wish the best for Leny Yoro and Rasmus Højlund, over the years, Manchester United has experienced its fair share of injuries – from star player Cristiano Ronaldo to legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Let's hope they can navigate these storms and emerge even stronger!

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New Manchester United signing Leny Yoro seen on crutches as ... (Optus Sport)

Leny Yoro hurt his ankle in the pre-season friendly against Arsenal and it could now be more serious than first thought.

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Steve McClaren leaves Man United to become Jamaica head coach ... (ESPN Australia)

Steve McClaren has left his role as part on Manchester United's backroom staff to become head coach of Jamaica's men's national team, the Jamaica Football ...

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Statement: McClaren leaves United (Manchester United)

McClaren has spent the past two years as assistant to men's first-team manager Erik ten Hag, playing a key role in the staff behind our 2024 Emirates FA Cup and ...

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Yoro, Højlund face lengthy spells out for Man United - source - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Manchester United have been dealt a significant blow with Leny Yoro set to miss three months after sustaining a foot injury and Rasmus Højlund ruled out for ...

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Leny Yoro sidelined for three months in further injury blow for ... (The Guardian)

Defender faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines while Rasmus Hojlund is expected to be out of action for six weeks.

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Steve McClaren leaves Manchester United to be Jamaica head coach (The Guardian)

The former England manager Steve McClaren has been appointed Jamaica head coach on a two-year contract.

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Steve McClaren leaves Manchester United coaching staff to become ... (The Athletic)

Steve McClaren has left his role as first-team coach at Manchester United to take over as Jamaica head coach. The 63-year-old was given a changed role by ...

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Leny Yoro's Image Sparks Fear at Manchester United (beIN SPORTS USA)

Bad news for Manchester United: their new star signing, Frenchman Leny Yoro, got injured during the team's tour in the United States, and there's worry within ...

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Leny Yoro: Man Utd signing seen on crutches and wearing ... (Sky Sports)

Leny Yoro has been seen boarding Manchester Uniteds team bus wearing a protective boot during their pre-season tour; defender, a £58.9m signing from Lille, ...

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Steve McClaren leaves Manchester United backroom team, takes ... (Eurosport.com)

Steve McClaren has been appointed head coach of the Jamaica national team on a two-year contract, leaving behind Manchester United and Erik ten Hag.

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Leny Yoro injury: Manchester United fears grow as new signing ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

United are next in action overnight time UK time with a game against Real Betis, when Erik ten Hag is expected to give an update on Yoro and Hojlund's fitness.

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Manchester United injury blow as Yoro out for three months and ... (The Athletic)

Manchester United expect Leny Yoro to miss around three months with a foot injury, while Rasmus Hojlund is expected to be out for around six weeks with a ...

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United 3 Real Betis 2 (Manchester United)

Manchester United come from behind to win an entertaining tour game at the Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego.

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Amad Diallo stakes a claim for starting spot as Manchester United ... (The Guardian)

Manchester United beat Real Betis 3-2 with Rashford, Diallo, Casemiro scoring but injury concerns mount up with two players forced off.

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Manchester United 3-2 Real Betis: Marcus Rashford suffers huge ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Gustavsson has already informed the Matildas squad that he will no longer be their coach after their campaign came to an end in Marseille, spelling the end of ...

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Training Ground Guru | McClaren leaving Manchester United to ... (Training Ground Guru)

Steve McClaren is leaving Manchester United after two years to become Head Coach of the Jamaica men's national team.

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Manchester United lose two more players to injury on pre-season tour (The Independent)

Leny Yoro and Rasmus Hojlund were already set to miss the start of the new season and have now been joined on the sidelines by two others.

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Man Utd Foundation participants make lifetime memories in Basel (Manchester United)

Manchester United Foundation participants have enjoyed six days of football and enrichment activity across Switzerland and Germany as part of the Scort ...

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Will Fish reveals his advice for fellow Man Utd youngsters (Manchester United)

Harry Amass started at left-back, setting up our first goal for Amad, while James Scanlon, Sam Murray, Maxi Oyedele, Sam Mather, Toby Collyer and Ethan Wheatley ...

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Injury Plague Hits Manchester United: Yoro, Hojlund, and Now ... (beIN SPORTS USA)

Injuries just won't leave the British team alone, and now they'll have to deal with the absences of Yoro, Hojlund, Rashford, and Antony.

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Manchester United lose two more players on summer tour (FTBL Australia)

Manchester United's injury woes increased with Marcus Rashford and Antony both casualties in the 3-2 friendly win over Real Betis in the United States.

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All eyes on Man United, Bayer Leverkusen: August soccer storylines ... (ESPN Australia)

The Euros and Copa America ended barely two weeks ago, bleeding right into the Olympics and club exhibition season. The German second division starts its ...

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