Man Utd target Hugo Lloris suffers fractured wrist

Hugo Lloris faces a race against time to be fit for the first game of the season after fracturing his wrist.

In a blow for the north Londoners the France keeper, 28, has been ruled out of most of their preparations for the new campaign.

A club statement said: “The club can confirm that Hugo Lloris has sustained a fractured wrist during the close season period.

“The France goalkeeper will continue to work alongside the First Team squad to build up his fitness in a bid to be ready for the start of the season.

“Our medical team will continue to monitor his rehabilitation and progress during pre-season.”

Lloris, who admitted several weeks ago that he was considering his Tottenham future, reported back for pre-season training today.

Manchester United have him as a candidate to replace their no.1 David De Gea if, as expected he moves to Real Madrid.

Spurs, however, maintain they have no intention of allowing Lloris to leave.

Spurs face Manchester United at Old Trafford in their opening game of the season on August 8.