Overview
- Manager Michael Carrick confirmed that Carlos Baleba has a hamstring problem and will be sidelined for a number of weeks, ruling him out of United’s next league game and the international break.
- Baleba pulled up clutching his hamstring while making an attacking run and was withdrawn in the 51st minute of Manchester United’s Champions League win over Roma.
- Youri Tielemans replaced Baleba in that match and produced an impressive performance that strengthens his case for more starting minutes alongside Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes.
- The 22-year-old joined United from Brighton this summer and had made seven appearances in all competitions, showing early promise before this injury interrupted his momentum.
- United plan to monitor Baleba’s recovery closely and will reassess his condition after the international break, with medical caution prioritised to reduce the risk of recurrence.