Ten Weeks Out: Dorgo’s Injury Tests United’s Depth After Arsenal Win
27 January 2026
Update: Dorgo’s Injury Sidelined United’s Plans
The Danish youngster Patrick Dorgo will miss eight matches for Manchester United.
Implications for United and the Schedule
The 21-year-old is expected to be out for up to ten weeks after sustaining a knee-related injury in the win over Arsenal.
He left the Emirates Stadium just ten minutes from the end, with United sealing a 3-2 victory.
Dorgo had been influential, scoring a superb goal that put United ahead 2-1 before the setback.
The club’s medical team are assessing the injury, but early estimates point to roughly ten weeks on the sidelines.
Interim boss Michael Carrick said he hoped it was only a cramp rather than a serious problem.
If confirmed, the absence would cover eight upcoming fixtures against Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Tottenham.
The Athletic reported Manchester United's medical staff are monitoring the severity as more tests are carried out.
The club will lean on squad depth in midfield and forward areas to cover the missing energy while Dorgo recovers.
Punchline 1: If injuries were a club, Dorgo would be the long-term member—10 weeks and counting.
Punchline 2: Don’t worry, Dorgo's comeback will be as dramatic as a transfer window.
