Solskjaer Gives Update On Cavani Injury
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, says Edinson Cavani is edging closer to a return to full fitness.
The Uruguayan had picked up a knock during the international break.
Addressing reporters at Monday evening’s Champions League press conference, Solskjaer said Cavani is working hard to get himself back on the available list, after sustaining an injury.
He also expressed the hope of being able to call on Cavani soon.
“He had a slight strain during the international week after the in-house game we played,” explained Ole.
“He is hopefully back with us soon. He’s working hard to get back.”
Cavani has not traveled with the group to Bern for our Champions League group game against Young Boys.
Ole has taken a 22-man squad with him for the clash which kicks off at 17:45 BST this Tuesday evening.
Meanwhile United will be having their first game in this season’s UEFA Champions League and its against Young Boys tonight.
United’s Full Squad for the game:
Goalkeepers: David de Gea, Tom Heaton, Matej Kovar
Defenders: Eric Bailly, Diogo Dalot, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Raphael Varane, Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Midfielders: Bruno Fernandes, Fred, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, Nemanja Matic, Paul Pogba, Jadon Sancho, Donny van de Beek
Forwards: Anthony Elanga, Mason Greenwood, Anthony Martial, Cristiano Ronaldo.
