Nightmare for Carrick: Man Utd suffer fresh injury blow ahead of Chelsea clash

Manchester United have been dealt a fresh injury setback ahead of their crucial Premier League showdown with Chelsea tomorrow.

According to journalist Samuel Luckhurst, Leny Yoro has suffered an injury and did not travel with the United squad to London.

This comes as a nightmare development for United head coach Michael Carrick at the worst possible time.

Harry Maguire is already suspended for the clash after being charged with misconduct by the FA.

Lisandro Martinez picked up a straight red card against Leeds United last Monday.

The Argentine defender saw red for violent conduct and is now set to miss the next three United fixtures.

Matthijs de Ligt has not featured since November 30 and may not return this season due to persistent back issues.

That leaves Ayden Heaven as the only recognised centre-back available to Carrick.

The youngster has managed just 15 minutes across four appearances under the interim boss, highlighting his lack of experience at this level.

His last Premier League start came in a 2-2 draw against Burnley back in January.

Carrick is now left scrambling for in-house solutions to plug a rapidly worsening defensive crisis.

One option could see Casemiro drop into defence alongside Heaven to provide much-needed stability.

Luke Shaw could be shifted centrally, forcing either Noussair Mazraoui or Diogo Dalot to slot in at left-back.

Chelsea will sense a huge opportunity and head into the clash as clear favourites.

A victory for the Blues could further intensify the already fierce race for Champions League qualification.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .