Manchester United’s injury list looks to be easing slightly ahead of the return of the FA Cup this weekend with up to four players overcoming problems.
02.04.2024 - 06:05 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United will be determined to return to winning ways when they lock horns with Chelsea. Mauricio Pochettino will welcome the Red Devils to Stamford Bridge on Thursday evening as either side hopes to climb the Premier League table.
While Manchester United are eight and nine points adrift of Tottenham Hotspur in fifth and Aston Villa in fourth, respectively, Erik ten Hag remains determined to secure Champions League qualification. In fact, the Red Devils have a game in hand over Unai Emery's side so a win against the west Londoners would significantly improve their chances of a top-four finish.
Fortunately for Manchester United, apart from an FA Cup semi-final in just over two weeks, Chelsea have very little left to play for this term. The Blues are in the bottom half of the Premier League table and, while a Europa Conference League spot is still up for grabs, Wolves, Brighton, Newcastle United and West Ham all stand in their way.
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It also must be said that Mason Mount will be returning to his old stomping ground, where he could be given a hostile reception. With a little bit of fire his belly, the Red Devils are set up well for a feisty affair in the capital. Nevertheless, with that being said, the Manchester Evening News has taken a look at the latest injury news at Old Trafford.
Injury: Muscular
Possible return date: April 4 – Chelsea (A)
What Ten Hag has said: N/A
Injury: Knock
Possible return date: April 4 – Chelsea (A)
What Ten Hag has said: N/A
Injury: Muscular
Return date: TBC
What Ten Hag has said: "Yes, I
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