Injured Man Utd duo make returns to training – with big implications for Man City clash
Two players made a return to training at Manchester United, but it is unlikely that either of them will be involved in Tuesday’s game against Copenhagen.
Surprisingly, Tyrell Malacia and Casemiro were spotted at Carrington as they joined their teammates ahead of the Champions League encounter. However, neither player is expected to feature in the midweek match at Old Trafford.
Casemiro is suspended for the game due to a red card he received in United’s previous Champions League match, a 3-2 loss against Galatasaray. Additionally, the 31-year-old has been dealing with an injury in recent weeks, which forced him to be substituted in Brazil’s draw with Venezuela on October 13th. Despite playing the full 90 minutes against Uruguay five days later, Casemiro was subsequently ruled out of Saturday’s trip to face Sheffield United. Nevertheless, the Brazilian midfielder should be fit to face Manchester United’s local rivals, Manchester City, in the upcoming derby after his unexpected involvement in Monday’s training session.
Meanwhile, Tyrell Malacia’s return from injury is a significant boost for the team, especially considering the ongoing defensive crisis. The Dutchman has been sidelined this season due to an injury he sustained prior to the club’s pre-season tour of the United States. Although Malacia trained separately from the main group as he continues his recovery and regains fitness, it is unlikely that he will be available for several more weeks due to the extent of his injury.
In addition to Casemiro and Malacia, Sergio Reguilon participated in Monday’s training session. Manager Erik ten Hag confirmed in the press conference that the Spanish left-back, who had been sidelined with an illness and missed the Sheffield United match, could potentially play against Copenhagen.
Furthermore, Kobbie Mainoo was present at training, and Ten Hag stated last week that the teenager could be included in the matchday squad for this week’s game. Mainoo has not featured this season due to an ankle injury he suffered in a pre-season fixture against Real Madrid.
To summarize, Tyrell Malacia and Casemiro returned to training at Manchester United, but they are unlikely to be involved in the match against Copenhagen. Casemiro’s unexpected participation suggests he should be fit for the upcoming derby against Manchester City, while Malacia’s return from injury provides a much-needed boost to the team’s defensive options. Sergio Reguilon could potentially feature against Copenhagen after recovering from illness, and Kobbie Mainoo may be considered for the matchday squad after being sidelined with an ankle injury.