Thomas Tuchel confirmed that Kobbie Mainoo has suffered a back injury, just a month before the start of the new season. The Manchester United midfielder, who has yet to play a minute under Tuchel's management, was ruled out of the national team's match against France due to this injury.
Mainoo, who has 14 international caps, was unable to add to his appearances for his country this summer. The 21-year-old, nominated for the Premier League's Young Player of the Year award, has been surpassed in the squad by teammates Declan Rice, Morgan Rogers, and Elliot Anderson. After the match, Tuchel revealed that the midfielder experienced acute back pain during the last training session, which prevented him from participating.
The German coach explained to reporters: “Kobbie was injured in yesterday morning's last training session. He felt acute back pain during training and was not fit to play.” This news is a significant blow for Mainoo, who will now have to wait four years to attempt to make his World Cup debut, an opportunity that was within his reach.
Mainoo's injury also raises a red flag for Michael Carrick, the Manchester United manager, who sees the start of the Premier League approaching rapidly. The Red Devils kick off the season away from home against newly promoted Hull City at the MKM Stadium. After a 1-0 defeat to Wrexham in a pre-season match, Mainoo's absence may further complicate the squad options for the English manager, who will certainly be hoping for a quick recovery from the young talent to bolster the midfield.
Mainoo's situation highlights the difficulties that Manchester United may face in the early games of the season, especially at a time when competitors are already starting to refine their strategies. The midfielder's recovery and squad management will be crucial for the continuation of Carrick's project in the Premier League.
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