Manchester United defender Jonny Evans is expected to be out for two weeks, according to Sir Alex Ferguson.
The Northern Irish defender was forced to come off at half-time during the 5:0 victory over Wigan, leaving Sir Alex Ferguson desperately short of cover at the back.
“We have had a nightmare the last few days,” Ferguson said. “Phil Jones and Chris Smalling have both been ill.
“Rio Ferdinand called off with a back injury and Jonny Evans has come off at half-time. It puts you under pressure.”
Sir Alex was forced to reshuffle his pack following Evans’ injury, with Michael Carrick and Patrice Evra forming the centre-back pairing, while Antonio Valencia was deployed at right-back.
“Carrick was magnificent, and Valencia never stopped going up that touchline. It was a fantastic performance from the two of them.
“I’m really, really pleased. Patrice Evra has been a great leader, showing the way forward for the players.”
Sir Alex is now hoping that Jones and Smalling will recover in time to face Blackburn, with United 1.17 (1/6) at William Hill to claim maximum points in that game.
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