Manchester United will be without Mason Mount and Matthijs de Ligt for Monday night’s trip to the Everton Stadium. Interim boss Michael Carrick confirmed the double blow in his pre-match press conference, warning fans that while Mount is “getting closer,” the club will not rush his return to action.
Manchester United Injury Report: The Latest from Carrington
The Reds travel to Merseyside looking to build on recent momentum, but Carrick’s update suggests the squad is still stretched thin in key areas.
1. Mason Mount Update
Mount has been a “surprise absence” recently after picking up a minor training ground knock. Despite hopes he would feature against Everton, he is now targeting a return after the mid-week West Ham fixture.
- Status: Out (Expected return: Mid-February)
- Carrick’s view: “Mason is getting closer, we have to be patient. We don’t want to rush anything.”
2. Matthijs de Ligt’s Long Road Back
The Dutch defender has been sidelined since late November with a persistent lower back injury. Missing 13 consecutive league games is a major concern for United’s defensive rotation.
- Status: Out (No confirmed return date)
- Analysis: De Ligt is reportedly “a little bit behind Mason” in his recovery protocol.
3. Patrick Dorgu Sidelined
Adding to United’s woes, Patrick Dorgu is set for an “extended period” on the sidelines following a hamstring injury sustained against Arsenal.
“It’s disappointing because he has had such a big couple of weeks,” Carrick admitted.
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