Dorgu fails fitness tests and returns to Manchester United from Denmark duty

Patrick Dorgu has been ruled out of Denmark’s Nations League campaign after failing a series of fitness tests, with the 22-year-old returning to Manchester United for further rehabilitation on his hamstring injury.

Dorgu had initially withdrawn from the squad ahead of Denmark’s upcoming matches against Portugal and Norway, only for head coach Brian Riemer to confirm the full-back had changed his mind and was travelling to join his international team-mates. However, Denmark announced on Friday afternoon that Dorgu had not passed the physical assessments required to be considered fit for either fixture.

A statement from the Danish Football Union read: “Dorgu ruled out of the squad. Patrick Dorgu has undergone a series of tests ahead of the matches, but unfortunately will not be fully fit in time.”

Denmark team doctor Martin Boesen elaborated on the decision: “We have carried out a series of tests on Dorgu, and he has not performed well enough to be ready to play in the two matches. He needs further recovery time after his injury, so we are sending him home for additional rehabilitation.”

The news represents another injury setback for Manchester United, who will now oversee Dorgu’s recovery during the international break. Denmark face Portugal at the Braga Municipal Stadium on Saturday, 14 November, before hosting Norway at the Parken on Tuesday, 17 November.