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Gareth Bicknell

Donny van de Beek sparks Man Utd injury concern ahead of PSG clash

Donny van de Beek has sparked an injury concern for Manchester United ahead of their Champions League clash against Paris-Saint Germain this week.

Van de Beek made his first Premier League start as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side came from behind to beat Southampton 3-2 on Sunday.

The Dutch midfielder earned a place in the starting line-up after he was instrumental in United's win over Istanbul Basaksehir last week.

And fans will be hoping to see him in action again when PSG visit Old Trafford on Wednesday.

However, Van de Beek is in a race to be fit for the Champions League showdown after picking up an ankle injury in the win at St Mary's.

Donny van de Beek gets stuck in against Southampton on Sunday (Getty Images)

The 23-year-old gave a shriek of pain after he was on the end of a strong challenge from Saints midfielder James Ward-Prowse in the first half of Sunday's clash.

He played the full 90 minutes - but has since posted an image of his swollen ankle on Instagram, along with the caption 'Welcome to the Premier League'.

The news is a worry for Solskjaer two days before his side face PSG at Old Trafford, where a point would secure qualification to the last 16 of the Champions League.

The United boss has at least eased fears over David de Gea's fitness after the goalkeeper had to be replaced by Dean Henderson at half-time on Sunday.

Van de Beek posted a picture of his swollen ankle on Instagram (INTERNET PICTURE/MEN.CO.UK)

The Spaniard required treatment on a knee problem after attempting to save the free-kick that saw Southampton double their lead during the first half at St Mary's.

Speaking to MUTV, Solskjaer described De Gea's injury as "a knock just above the knee", adding: "Hopefully he’ll be okay for Wednesday."

After falling two goals behind by half-time on Sunday, United fought back to win thanks to goals from Bruno Fernandes and a double from Edinson Cavani.

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