Marcos Rojo Injury: Updates on Manchester United Defender's Shoulder and Return

Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo picked up a shoulder injury in training on Dec. 2. The problem area required surgery, and he now faces an undetermined spell on the sidelines.

Continue for updates.

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Rojo Comments on Injury Following Operation

Wednesday, Dec. 9

"My operation was a success. Thank you to my beautiful wife, always with me. Thank you everyone for your messages of love and support," Rojo posted on Instagram.

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United Left Short Without Rojo

Rojo's absence has left United struggling for cover at left-back, with Luke Shaw still unavailable because of a long-term leg injury.

Ashley Young, Matteo Darmian and Daley Blind can all act as alternates on the left of defence, but it is not a natural position for any of them.

With Phil Jones also currently sidelined because of injury, Van Gaal is now struggling for options across the back line and has been forced to dip into his youth team.

Rojo has failed to claim a consistent starting spot at United since his arrival, but he is a useful player to have in the squad as he can provide cover at both left-back and centre-back.