Manchester United are facing a growing injury crisis as Erik ten Hag’s squad continues to struggle with fitness issues. The recent defeat to Brighton not only added to their woes on the pitch but also saw another key player, Mason Mount, join the list of sidelined stars.
With a crucial match against Liverpool looming at Old Trafford, and the international break just around the corner. United will be hoping to see some of their injured players return to action soon. Here’s the latest update on Manchester United’s injury situation and expected return dates:
Mason Mount
Mason Mount, who has been a regular starter in the early weeks of the season, was forced off at half-time during the Brighton match. Erik ten Hag revealed that Mount’s injury history influenced the decision to substitute him as a precautionary measure. The extent of the injury remains unclear, and Ten Hag has not provided a definitive timeline for Mount’s return.
“It was forced,” Ten Hag explained. “He mentioned an issue and I didn’t want to take any risks. I don’t know how serious it is at this moment, but we had a strong bench, so we made the change.”
Potential Return Date: Unknown
Leny Yoro
Summer signing Leny Yoro made an impressive debut against Rangers in pre-season but suffered a foot injury during his second appearance against Arsenal in the United States. The young defender has since undergone surgery and is expected to be out for a total of three months, with a return likely in October.
Potential Return Date: October 2024
Rasmus Hojlund
Rasmus Hojlund picked up a hamstring injury during pre-season in a friendly against Arsenal. The Danish forward has been sidelined since but is expected to return shortly after the upcoming international break.
Potential Return Date: September 14, vs Southampton
Luke Shaw
Luke Shaw, who has not featured for Manchester United since February, made his comeback during England’s Euro 2024 campaign. However, the left-back suffered a calf injury in training, which will keep him out for the first few weeks of the season.
Potential Return Date: September 14, vs Southampton
Victor Lindelof
Victor Lindelof was forced to leave a pre-season friendly against Liverpool due to a toe injury. Initially thought to be a minor issue, the Swedish defender was later seen on crutches, raising concerns about his availability. Ten Hag confirmed that Lindelof would miss the Brighton match but remains hopeful for a quick recovery.
“Hopefully, he can return quickly, but he is not available for the weekend,” Ten Hag said.
Potential Return Date: September 2024
Tyrell Malacia
Tyrell Malacia has been absent since May 2023, but there are positive signs regarding his recovery. Ten Hag hinted that the Dutch defender is nearing a return to training and could be back on the pitch soon.
“He had setbacks in his rehab process,” Ten Hag noted. “But now we’ve turned a corner, and it’s positive. He will return soon to the pitch, and I don’t think it will take long before he’s back in team training.”
Potential Return Date: September/October 2024
As Manchester United navigate a challenging start to the season, the return of key players will be crucial for their ambitions. Fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates on the fitness of these stars as the team prepares for a busy schedule ahead.
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