Source: Daily_Mail
United injury crisis deepens as Vidic is ruled out for champions' Wolfsburg trip
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has a major defensive headache ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash with Wolfsburg.[LNB]United ended their 4-0 Premier League win over West Ham with the unusual pairing of Michael Carrick and Patrice Evra at centre-back and Ryan Giggs at full-back after Gary Neville and Wes Brown both hobbled off after picking up knocks.[LNB] Frustration: Gary Neville leaves the pitch with an injury during United's clash with West Ham on Saturday[LNB]Despite the defensive problems United have only conceded twice inthe last five games while scoring 13 but Ferguson has suffered afurther blow after Nemanja Vidic failed to make the squad that traveledto Germany.[LNB]Ferguson has already revealed his intention to play Michael Carrickin central defence, while Darren Fletcher seems certain to occupy adefensive berth.[LNB]And there are crucial games coming up in the Premier League too, Sportsmail takes a look at those who are out and the possible replacements.[LNB]In the treatment roomGary Neville - GroinNemanja Vidic - FluRio Ferdinand - CalfJonny Evans - Calf[LNB]John O'Shea - ThighRafael - InjuryFabio - GroinEdwin van der Sar - KneeWes Brown - limped off[LNB] Ruled out: Nemanja Vidic won't be available for Manchester United's game against Wolfsburg[LNB]Good to goPatrice Evra - The 'shortest centre back ever' according to Fergie - he may get a few more games at that position, yet.Ritchie De Laet - Not eligible for the European match but looks set to make more than the odd appearance in the coming weeks. Craig Cathcart - At Watford until 4 January but could, potentially, be recalled.David Gray - A regular for the reserves, Gray has primarily been used as a full-back, he spent time at Crewe in 2007 and is currently at Plymouth.[LNB]Ferguson has been giving fringe players and some of the younger faces a chance recently, with some positive results, so will he turn to his academy and reserves for cover?[LNB] Thank Goodness for him: Patrice Evra is fit and available for United[LNB]In at the deep end?Matt James (aged 18)[LNB]Primarily a midfielder but he can also play in defence, James was offered professional forms in July this year.[LNB]Joe Dudgeon (age 19)[LNB]Has developed into a left back after starting out as a centre back and was involved in the senior squad for the Carling Cup win over Barnsley.[LNB]Oliver Gill (age 19)[LNB]A tall and commanding central defender now an established member of reserves squad and son of Chief Executive David Gill.[LNB]Scott Moffatt (age 18)[LNB]Specialises at full-back, he first gained experience with under 18s in 2007 and has recently been on loan at Altrincham.[LNB]Corry Evans (aged 19)[LNB]Jonny's younger brother was shortlisted for the Reserves Player of the Year accolade in 2008/09.[LNB] Scholes full of praise for Man United's march towards Champions LeagueChelsea and United don't get as many injuries as Arsenal, says boss WengerCarrick holds the fort but plays it cool as United cruise to win at Upton ParkMANCHESTER UNITED FC
