United star could be back by December

Michael Carrick injury may not be as worse as it looks, and the United anchor man may only be out of action for two weeks.

The midfielder was injured while playing for the English national team in the friendly against Spain.

England Manager Roy Hodgson said the injury "didn't look good" after the game. The player left the stadium on clutches prompting the believe that he could be out for a long time.

While an official statement has not been released by United, Telegraph is reporting that the United player would not be out for too long, and may be back early December.

The 34 year old will definitely miss United's upcoming trip to newcomers Watford.

Things are expected to be clearer when manager Van Gaal hosts his press conference latter in the week.