sport news Man United dealt injury blow as Christian Eriksen is ruled out for THREE MONTHS ... trends now Manchester United suffer huge injury blow as Christian Eriksen is ruled out for THREE MONTHS with ankle injury... leaving his club fuming at Andy Carroll in a statement over his late tackle Christian Eriksen has been a mainstay in the Manchester United team this term Danish midfielder suffered an ankle injury in the victory against Reading Scans have revealed it is a significant one and he could be out until early May By Will Griffee For Mailonline Published: 12:05 GMT, 31 January 2023 | Updated: 12:11 GMT, 31 January 2023 Viewcomments Christian Eriksen is set for at least three months out of action after suffering an ankle injury in Saturday's win over Reading. The Danish midfielder left Old Trafford on crutches and scan results have confirmed United's fears that the playmaker will face a long lay-off. The club retain hope that he could play again before the end of the season and his return is likely to come in late April or early May if rehabilitation goes to plan. Christian Eriksen (bottom right) is out for three months with an ankle injury Andy Carroll, who was sent off for Reading in the 3-1 FA Cup win for United, was the man to catch Eriksen in a nasty challenge. It was immediately clear that damage had been done as Eriksen yelled in pain and was later seen departing the ground using crutches and wearing a protective boot. More to follow... Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility