Michael Carrick has a nubmer of injury problems to contend with for Manchester United's clash with Como in the Champions League

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is desperate for a win but still has a lengthy injury list to overcome. Carrick is without nine players for his trip to Italy in the Champions League.

United take on Como on Wednesday evening, looking to end a run of six matches without victory and Carrick will have his work cut out against Cesc Fabregas' side. "I have huge respect for what Cesc has done - how quickly they have risen to the heights and doing so well in the league last season," Carrick said in his press conference.

"As a coach, with the way the team is playing, it is quite clear he has some good ideas. He has created a really, really good team."

The scale of United's injuries will leave Carrick's hands tied somewhat. Manchester Evening News takes a look when his stars could return.

Marcus Rashford

Carrick confirmed that Marcus Rashford is currently suffering from a hip injury. The forward came off the bench against Leeds United but has been left behind on this occasion.

"Marcus is still feeling a hip issue we're trying to overcome," Carrick said.

Potential return date: Uncertain

Benjamin Sesko

Benjamin Sesko's absence is set to continue with Carrick hopeful of providing a more significant update later this week. "We're hoping soon that we have a clear picture," he said.

"I'm not trying to delay it, hopefully by the end of the week we will have something clearer. "There has been some work going on."

Potential return date: 22/11

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Luke Shaw

England international Luke Shaw is set to be out for weeks due to injury. Carrick offered little detail on the full-back's recovery.

Potential return date: 3/11

Kobbie Mainoo

United academy product Kobbie Mainoo is set to be out for another 10 days after suffering from a muscle issue. The midfielder has already missed two games for United this term having proven to be a key part of Carrick's plans.

Potential return date: 30/10

Ayden Heaven

The defender missed United's draw with Leeds at the weekend and will be absent against Como due to illness.

Potential return date: 25/10

Patrick Dorgu

Patrick Dorgu remains out with a thigh injury after being forced off the field during Denmark's match with Wales in the Nations League. Earlier this month, Carrick confirmed he would be out for a number of weeks.

Potential return date: Late November.

Lisandro Martinez

After only being able to play 45 minutes against Leeds following his memorable outburst last week, Martinez will now miss United's match against Como. The Argentina international's issue is said not to be significant despite not making the trip.

"Licha is not too bad but he's not with us. We'll have to see if he's ready for the weekend," Carrick told reporters

Potential return date: 25/10

Tom Heaton

The goalkeeper suffered a hamstring injury before the season even started and has not been named in a matchday squad in 2026/27.

Potential return date: Unknown.

Manuel Ugarte

The Uruguay international continues to recover from the horror injury he suffered at the World Cup. Ugarte underwent surgery on a knee ligament injury over the summer and will continue to have his rehabilitation carefully managed. He is not expected to return until well into next year.

Potential return date: 2027