Manchester United needs to regroup this week ahead of a significant Europa League matchup on Thursday night. Ruben Amorim’s early tenure at the club took a turn for the worse on Sunday as United fell to Fulham in a penalty shootout elimination from the FA Cup.
This leaves the Europa League as the only viable path to success for the Red Devils manager for the remainder of the season, and few would have confidence in them making substantial progress in that tournament. United has not been entirely convincing, and their Thursday rivals, Real Sociedad, will see an opportunity unless Amorim can elevate the team’s performance.
With that said, here’s an update on the current Manchester United injury situation…
Harry Maguire
Harry Maguire has reaffirmed his role as an important player at United following years of criticism. The defender is even being considered for a potential recall to the England squad as new manager Thomas Tuchel gets ready to announce his first squad later this month.
Unfortunately, the centre-back’s comeback faced a setback on Sunday when Maguire was forced to leave the field due to injury just before extra time, making way for young Ayden Heaven. When asked about the defender after the match, Amorim stated: “I need to assess Harry Maguire’s condition. It’s a difficult time in that regard, but we need to move forward. We will be a competitive team on Thursday.”
Potential return date: Unknown
Kobbie Mainoo
Harry Maguire has reaffirmed his role as an important player at United following years of criticism. The defender is even being considered for a potential recall to the England squad as new manager Thomas Tuchel gets ready to announce his first squad later this month.
Unfortunately, the centre-back’s comeback faced a setback on Sunday when Maguire was forced to leave the field due to injury just before extra time, making way for young Ayden Heaven. When asked about the defender after the match, Amorim stated: “I need to assess Harry Maguire’s condition. It’s a difficult time in that regard, but we need to move forward. We will be a competitive team on Thursday.”
Potential return date: Unknown
Luke Shaw
Harry Maguire has reaffirmed his role as an important player at United following years of criticism. The defender is even being considered for a potential recall to the England squad as new manager Thomas Tuchel gets ready to announce his first squad later this month.
Unfortunately, the centre-back’s comeback faced a setback on Sunday when Maguire was forced to leave the field due to injury just before extra time, making way for young Ayden Heaven. When asked about the defender after the match, Amorim stated: “I need to assess Harry Maguire’s condition. It’s a difficult time in that regard, but we need to move forward. We will be a competitive team on Thursday.”
Potential return date: Unknown
Mason Mount
Mason Mount’s time at United has yet to take off, as he has faced injuries this season and the last. The ex-Chelsea midfielder seemed poised to play a crucial role under Amorim, but after sustaining a hamstring injury during the victory against Manchester City in December, Mount has not featured in any matches.
The United manager recently mentioned that Mount “is still working on his recovery,” leaving his return date uncertain.
Potential return date: Unknown
Toby Collyer
The updates about young Toby Collyer are, however, more encouraging. This season, Collyer has stepped up as a first-team candidate, marking a rare highlight for the club, which has a strong history of nurturing its own players. He missed the loss against Tottenham last month due to a non-specific problem, but Amorim recently suggested that he is nearing a return.
Potential return date: March/April 2025
Altay Bayindir
Altay Bayindir might have participated in the FA Cup match against Fulham, given the recent pattern of rotating goalkeepers. Nonetheless, he experienced a “problem” in February, and there has yet to be any information regarding the nature of the issue or his potential return.
Potential return date: Unknown
Amad Diallo
Amad Diallo has been a crucial player for United this season and is arguably the only one to have reached new levels under Amorim.
However, reflecting United’s misfortune this season, Amad is anticipated to be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to an ankle ligament injury he suffered during a training session last month.
“Amad is definitely out, I believe, until the end of the season,” the United manager stated.
“Amad was on his own when the injury occurred. He was making a tackle, and his feet got caught in the grass.”
Potential return date: Summer 2025
Jonny Evans
There has been no further information regarding the fitness of veteran defender Jonny Evans since he was sidelined due to a calf injury in December.
Potential return date: Unknown
Lisandro Martinez
Lisandro Martinez is expected to be out for a significant amount of time.
Martinez sustained an ACL injury last month and may be facing several months on the sidelines as a result.
It is uncertain whether the Argentine will be available for the start of the next season or if he will need even more time to recover.
Potential return date: Unknown