Injury Updates: Manchester United Squad Fitness Ahead of Crystal Palace Clash.
As Manchester United shifts focus from their 7-0 Carabao Cup win over Barnsley to their upcoming Premier League clash with Crystal Palace on Saturday, the team aims for consecutive league victories for the first time this season. Following last weekend’s 3-0 triumph over Southampton, Erik ten Hag’s squad hopes to carry the momentum into their Selhurst Park encounter.
While Palace presents a tougher challenge than Southampton or Barnsley, Ten Hag is likely urging his players to stay grounded. Despite the positive results, United still faces injury concerns, but emerged from the Barnsley game without any new issues. Here’s the latest on their injury situation ahead of the match.
Leny Yoro
Injury: Fractured Metatarsal
Yoro, who joined United from Lille this summer, suffered a metatarsal fracture during pre-season. He underwent surgery and is expected to be out for up to three months but is making progress, already walking without crutches.
Expected return: November
Victor Lindelof
Injury: Toe
Lindelof hasn’t appeared since being substituted in United’s final pre-season match against Liverpool. Ten Hag expressed hope for a quick recovery, but Lindelof has yet to feature this season.
Expected return: Unknown
Luke Shaw
Injury: Calf
Shaw missed the start of the season due to a calf injury. Although Ten Hag noted earlier this week that Shaw is progressing, he’s not yet fit to play. His return remains uncertain.
Expected return: Unknown
Tyrell Malacia
Injury: Knee
Malacia has been sidelined since the final game of last season with a knee injury. He’s working on his recovery and could rejoin team training within two months.
Expected return: October
Mason Mount
Injury: Muscle
Mount picked up a minor muscle injury in the loss to Brighton and has been out since. He resumed training on Wednesday and could be available for the Palace match.
Expected return: September 21 (vs. Crystal Palace)
Rasmus Hojlund
Injury: Hamstring
Hojlund suffered a hamstring injury during United’s pre-season tour and was close to returning for last weekend’s match against Southampton. Like Mount, he’s now back in training and could be available for the Palace game. Ten Hag is expected to provide an update during Thursday’s press conference.
Expected return: September 21 (vs. Crystal Palace)
