Manchester United have been dealt a significant blow ahead of their crucial Premier League encounter with Chelsea FC, as captain Harry Maguire is set to serve an additional one-match suspension.
The extra ban, expected to be enforced by the Football Association, comes after Maguire was found guilty of misconduct following his red card in United’s clash with AFC Bournemouth.
The defender was initially sent off during the match, which ruled him out of the Red Devils’ recent 2-1 loss to Leeds United at Old Trafford.
However, further reports indicate that Maguire’s actions towards a match official after the dismissal have led to an extended punishment, worsening the club’s already fragile defensive situation.
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Manager Michael Carrick now faces a growing crisis at the back, with another key defender, Lisandro Martínez, also unavailable.
Martínez was sent off in the defeat to Leeds and is expected to miss multiple matches due to suspension.
With two senior centre-backs sided, United are left with limited options in defence.
Youngsters Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven are now likely to be called upon as the team prepares for a high-stakes showdown against Chelsea.
The situation leaves Manchester United vulnerable heading into one of their toughest fixtures, with pressure mounting on Carrick to reorganise his defence and avoid another damaging result.
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