Christian Eriksen is set to be back in the first-team squad this weekend, as Man United take on West Ham United.
Manchester United’s squad has been destroyed by injuries for large portions of the season so far. Erik ten Hag is keen to not use it as an excuse, but it’s factual information.
Recently, the ranks have been bolstered by players returning. Kobbie Mainoo looks good, Luke Shaw is back, while there has been another returning man this week. Christian Eriksen was pictured back in training after a fairly lengthy problem. Now, we’ve received more good news on that front.
It comes from the Manchester Evening News, who offer a boost to United. The Dane is now said to be ‘in line’ to make his first match day squad in six weeks following an injury, with Eriksen to be in the party as the Reds gear up to take on West Ham United.
The ex-Spurs man had been dealing with a knee injury since the November 11th meeting against Luton Town, though now Eriksen is set to make his return to the fold.
Whether or not Eriksen will take to the field is another matter entirely. United have been so depleted in that area, that even Tom Huddlestone, an U21 coach, was drafted into first-team training this week to bolster numbers. That could point to Eriksen being rushed back.
I still believe the midfielder has something to offer. His calmness and on-ball ability could be key in those games where sides come to Old Trafford and play for a point. However, I do worry about his lack of legs and energy, particularly defensively.
Either way, it’s good to have another body available in midfield.
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