Jonny Evans Injury: Updates on Manchester United Star's Status and Return

Manchester United's search for a clean bill of health in defence continues to pose an issue after Jonny Evans was forced off in the first half of Saturday's fixture against Leicester City.

The Northern Irishman limped off against the Foxes with Chris Smalling coming on as his replacement, per the club's official Twitter account.


Following the match, Manchester United provided a statement from manager Louis van Gaal discussing Evans' injury:

There's no estimation as of yet regarding the extent of Evans' ailment, but the likes of recent academy graduate Tyler Blackett and new arrival Marcos Rojo will be expected to play more prominent roles in his stead.

Louis van Gaal is already without Phil Jones and a long-term injury to Evans would be a massive blow for the Dutchman.

Luke Shaw was named on the substitutes bench for the second week running and a return to fitness for the England left back could enable Marcos Rojo to shift to central defence.