Steven Bergwijn has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury that is expected to keep him sidelined until mid-December.
Bergwijn, who made his debut in January, has struggled to adapt to the intensity and physical demands of the Premier League. The Dutch international has played just 11 games this season, scoring once in four appearances, but he has also missed six matches due to injuries.
The injury to Bergwijn was confirmed by coach Jose Mourinho on Tuesday, following reports from the club's medical staff. The team will now focus on finding a replacement for the midfielder as they look towards the future.
In addition to Bergwijn, the team have also lost other key players such as striker Danny Drinkwater and defender Nemanja Vidic. The squad is currently down to five outfield players and no more injured players.
Mourinho said: "We're very disappointed that we can't get back into training today. We know how important it is for us to have our best players available. We'll do everything possible to try and get them back."
The team will be looking to strengthen their squad ahead of next season, but it remains to be seen whether Bergwijn will return to the fold or not. The club will continue to monitor his progress and will make any necessary decisions regarding his fitness and availability for the upcoming season.