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Axel Tuanzebe Sues Manchester United Over Medical Negligence

11/11/2025

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Axel Tuanzebe, a former Manchester United player, has filed a £1 million lawsuit alleging negligence in treating his spinal injuries.
The lawsuit claims Manchester United failed to refer him to a specialist and did not provide appropriate rest, leading to chronic pain.
Tuanzebe currently plays for Burnley.
The case highlights concerns about United's medical practices, especially stress fractures common in footballers.
Manchester United has declined to comment on the allegations.

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Axel Tuanzebe, a former Manchester United player, has filed a £1 million lawsuit alleging negligence in treating his spinal injuries.
The lawsuit claims Manchester United failed to refer him to a specialist and did not provide appropriate rest, leading to chronic pain.
Tuanzebe currently plays for Burnley.
The case highlights concerns about United's medical practices, especially stress fractures common in footballers.
Manchester United has declined to comment on the allegations.