Marko Arnautovic injury update: Manuel Pellegrini expects West Ham talisman to be out until 2019
The IndependentSign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed forward Marko Arnautovic will not return to action until after the New Year. open image in gallery Marko Arnautovic will be out until at least 2019 "But I always have the same answer - we have a squad and it is a chance for another player to demonstrate why they are here.” The 29-year-old posted pictures of his leg in a straight knee sleeve and said on his Instagram story: "Lets Go I will do everything to be back for my team West Ham Thank you so much for all your messages. open image in gallery Lucas Perez is stepping up for West Ham Despite the injury, Pellegrini still has plenty of in-form attacking options. "I was very happy with Lucas Perez the other day that he took his chance and scored two goals,” Pellegrini said of the £10m forward.