For unspecified circumstances, the 24-year-old Portugal defender did not participate in this week’s Euro qualifying matches.

Partner Claudia Pinto was about to give birth, so he informed employer Roberto Martinez about it.

“Welcome to the world Clara. 15.11.2023,” the defender wrote on Wednesday beside a photo of the couple holding the baby’s hand.

Former Red Devils David de Gea and Juan Mata, as well as Portugal and Man City defender Ruben Dias, joined United teammates Sergio Reguilon and Sofyan Amrabat on Instagram to offer their congratulations to the new family.

After dating for a while (2020), Dalot and Pinto became engaged in March. In July of that year, they revealed they were expecting a child.

After getting off to a solid start with his team this season—he has appeared in 16 games across all competitions—Dalot was largely expected to start in both of the Euro 2024 qualifiers.

According to a Portugal release, Joao Mario was called up today afternoon to replace Diogo Dalot and will make his debut in a national team call-up. today came after he quit his country’s training camp.

“The defender for Manchester United was let go from his duties with the national team due to personal matters. “