Dutch star Jeremie Frimpong left training in tears with a suspected ankle injury ahead of Saturday’s Round of 16 tie against the United States.
The Bayer Leverkusen right-back is yet to feature at the World Cup in Qatar after being an unused substitute in all three Group A matches.
And it is now uncertain to play this weekend in the knockout clash of the Netherlands after failing to complete Wednesday’s session.
A video shared by ESPN shows the 21-year-old in a heap on the ground as he clutched his right ankle.
The former Celtic defender appeared in tears as he covered his face with a bib while a member of the coaching staff watched his shot.
Frimpong was finally filmed leaving training early as he limped off the pitch, with doctors now having to assess the severity of his problem.
His possible injury will be of concern to Manchester United as well as Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal.
That’s because the Red Devils are reportedly eyeing a possible swoop to bring him to Old Trafford in January.
Jeremie Frimpong verlaat de formation van Oranje vroegtijdig 😕 pic.twitter.com/ChfC0QGZX2
— ESPN NL (@ESPNnl) November 30, 2022
Aaron Wan-Bissaka faces an uncertain future at the Theater of Dreams after being deemed surplus to requirements by Erik ten Hag.
It was claimed earlier this month that United would be ready to allow the full-back to return to Crystal Palace in the New Year if a deal could be agreed.
Right-back Diogo Dalot is in the final year of his contract and, although United have the option of triggering a 12-month extension, they are yet to exercise their clause.
And, according to Sky GermanyUnited have been keeping a close eye on Frimpong with the Bundesliga star player since swapping Scotland for the BayArena.
Frimpong was said to be aware of United’s interest in him after scoring five goals and three assists in 21 games in all competitions this term.
Frimpong has been described as a “very interesting” option for United.
The report outlines how the Premier League giants are expected to hold talks to sign him after the World Cup ahead of a possible transfer in 2023.
But had Frimpong suffered a serious injury, United could cool their interest in him.
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