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Kieran King

Man Utd chase loan replacement for Christian Eriksen but transfer faces race against time

Manchester United are eyeing up a possible loan move for Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer after Christian Eriksen was ruled out until at least late April with a serious ankle injury.

The Red Devils confirmed that the 30-year-old will miss an "extended period" of time, having been on the end of a poor challenge from Andy Carroll in United's 3-1 win over Reading in the FA Cup. Eriksen has played in all but one of United's Premier League matches this season, featuring 31 times across all competitions.

According to reports on deadline day, United want a midfielder on loan and are plotting a late swoop for Sabitzer, with Chelsea also keen on the Austria international. The 28-year-old has made 24 appearances in all competitions for Bayern this season but could be available to leave the club with Joshua Kimmich back to full fitness.

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