Man UtdÂ´s Vidic out for another ten days

January 8, 2010

Manchester United will have to do without centreback Nemanja Vidic for another ten days because of the injury he suffered while warming up before last weekend’s shock FA Cup defeat by Leeds.

United boss Sir Alex Ferguson said after the match he did not know why Vidic had pulled out of the match, a comment which fuelled speculation of a behind-the-scenes rift and further encouraged rumours the Serbia international is keen on a move to either Barcelona or Real Madrid.

Ferguson however moved to clarify the situation on Friday, saying Vidic had damaged a nerve. “He felt a bit of a problem with the right side of his leg and didn’t feel confident about playing the game,” Ferguson said.

“I understand that because it was quite painful. We sent him to a specialist on Wednesday and the problem will be solved by some exercises we are going to have to give him now. He should be back in about 10 days’ time.”

Vidic will miss Saturday’s Premier League match at Birmingham and next weekend’s home clash with Burnley.

MANCHESTER (AFP)

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