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Eric Bailly Injury Update: Manchester United Defender Ruled Out for 2 Months

Manchester United fans received some bad news on Tuesday, as star defender Eric Bailly announced he'll be out for two months with a knee injury he suffered in the 4-0 Premier League loss against Chelsea on Sunday.

The Ivory Coast international announced the news via Facebook:

Bailly joined the Red Devils from Villarreal during the summer and quickly emerged as the team's top defensive option. In his absence, manager Jose Mourinho will have to find a new partner for Chris Smalling.

More to follow.