JAKARTA - Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is not sure whether Bruno Fernandes' injury will keep him out for a long time, but he refused to mention the length of his absence.

The Portuguese suffered a soft tissue injury in the defeat against Aston Villa on Sunday, December 21, 2025. After that, Amorim said he was worried that his captain would be out for a long time.

However, ahead of the Boxing Day clash against Newcastle United on December 27, 2025, Amorim softened his view on how serious Fernandes' injury and Kobbie Mainoo's calf problem were, who missed the game against Aston Villa.

"Not for this game," he said of the possibility of both being available.

"They are recovering. I think it won't take long. I think Kobbie will be back sooner than Bruno," Amorim said again.

Amorim was further asked again about the exact time how long Fernandes would be absent. However, he again deflected it.

"I don't want to say it, I have an estimate, but let's see," said the Portuguese coach.


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