Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has revealed some positive news for the club’s supporters, confirming that a number of key injured players are expected to return to action in January. The news comes as a welcome relief for the United faithful after a challenging start to the season, which has seen the team struggle with injuries to several key players.
Ten Hag has been dealing with a string of injuries to key players, which has resulted in significant disruptions to the team’s lineup throughout the first half of the season. The absence of some of the club’s usual starters, combined with the lack of defensive depth, has posed a significant challenge for the Dutch manager.
During a press conference on Friday, Ten Hag dismissed speculation that the club would be seeking major reinforcements in the January transfer window. Instead, he emphasized that his priority is to focus on getting his injured stars back to full fitness.
Speaking about the timeline for the return of injured players, Ten Hag mentioned that Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro are not expected to be available before Christmas, but are likely to return in mid-January. Mason Mount and Harry Maguire are also expected to return to action in January, offering hope for a much-needed boost to the squad.
However, there was less positive news about center-back Victor Lindelof, who has undergone minor surgery and will be sidelined for the remainder of the calendar year. Ten Hag confirmed that Lindelof has had surgery and will be out of action for a couple of weeks as a result.
On a brighter note, United confirmed that Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen has returned to training after missing the last five Premier League games due to a knee problem. His imminent return to competitive action is likely to be a major boost for the team.
The club also provided updates on other injured players, with left-back Tyrell Malacia expected to return early in the new year, and young winger Amad Diallo increasing his involvement in training as he looks to make his first appearance of the season.
The news of the impending returns of several key players will be a welcome relief for United, as they look to navigate a challenging period of fixtures. Ten Hag’s emphasis on prioritizing the recovery of injured players rather than seeking major reinforcements in the transfer market is a testament to his confidence in the quality of his squad and the potential impact of the returning players.
As the team gears up for the second half of the season, the imminent returns of key players will provide a much-needed boost to United’s prospects on the pitch. Fans will be eagerly anticipating the return of their sidelined stars as the team aims to climb the table and compete for silverware in the second half of the season.
