How has this predicament come about, one of our top players missing for 3 months, even before the season starts?
Surely as far back as last November Marcus had obvious injury problems with his shoulder/back, but 'fair do's' to him he played on through the pain for the sake of his club... but when did it become obvious, or at least a major probability he would need surgery?
Did/should Ole have insisted that one of his star players get the right treatment, whatever and not risk further delay? Did Southgate lure Marcus with "as long as you keep fit enough to turn out for United, your place in the Euro squad is certain"? Did Marcus allow himself to be lured, knowing the repercussions at the start of this season? What the fecks sake were the clubs doctors and physio's doing about all this?
Can't help wondering what would have happened if Carvani had left and Sancho never arrived?
Don't be away too long Marcus, they might find they can manage without you!