Ashley Young Faces Long Injury Lay-Off

Ashley Young. | image source: AFP | 

Manchester United winger Ashley Young faces "a long time" out with a serious groin injury, manager Louis van Gaal has confirmed.

The 30-year-old, who needs an operation, was injured in Sunday's 1-0 win over Liverpool at Anfield.

Young, who joined United from Aston Villa on a five-year deal in 2011, has made 23 appearances this season.

He has won 30 England caps but has not featured for the national team since September 2013.

Young, who signed a new deal last summer that keeps him at Old Trafford until at least 2018, has been one of United's most impressive players this season despite often filling in at full-back.

- BBC