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Mason Mount's World Cup dreams over? Ruben Amorim confirms setback for injury-prone Man Utd star

Mason Mount's 2026 World Cup dreams are all but over after the midfielder came off at the break during Manchester United's 1-0 Boxing Day wi...

3 DAYS AGO • goal

Mason Mount's World Cup dreams over? Ruben Amorim confirms setback for injury-prone Man Utd star

Still working with staff De Ligt (back) is still working with the medical staff and not yet ready to feature, coach Ruben Amorim said in the press conference. "We are still working with him, he is not avai...

Impact De Ligt is still not an option for Manchester United as he is still working with the medical staff to recover from his back issues. The center-back's absence is reducing the options in the backline, with Ayden Heaven and Leny Yoro seeing increased playing time in the defense.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Amorim needs a miracle! Bruno Fernandes' injury is catastrophic for a Man Utd squad already down to its bare bones

Manchester United are a better footballing side under Ruben Amorim, that is undeniable. They move the ball far quicker and with a purpose th...

DECEMBER 22 • goal

Ruben Amorim needs a miracle! Bruno Fernandes' injury is catastrophic for a Man Utd squad already down to its bare bones

Still recovering from injury De Ligt (back) is still recovering from a back injury and not available for the time being, the club announced.

Impact De Ligt missed the last three games due to a back injury and won't return for Sunday's clash against Aston Villa. The extent of his injury remains unknown, and his timeline to return has yet to be defined. The center-back will hope to return before the end of the year, as the Red Devils will need him fit given the lack of options in the backline, with Noussair Mazraoui set to play in the AFCON. Ayden Heaven and Leny Yoro are expected to see increased playing time while De Ligt is sidelined.

DECEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Kobbie Mainoo, Joshua Zirkzee and the six Man Utd players who can take advantage of Red Devils' AFCON absences

The Africa Cup of Nations is the biggest event for the continent's football outside of the World Cup, but for clubs, especially ones in the...

DECEMBER 18 • goal

Kobbie Mainoo, Joshua Zirkzee and the six Man Utd players who can take advantage of Red Devils' AFCON absences

Man Utd finally proved they can play 'inspiring' football under Ruben Amorim in roller coaster Bournemouth draw - but entertainment can't mask Red Devils' dreadful home form

Manchester United played as they can and as they should in their utterly thrilling 4-4 draw with Bournemouth. Monday's epic at Old Trafford...

DECEMBER 17 • goal

Man Utd finally proved they can play 'inspiring' football under Ruben Amorim in roller coaster Bournemouth draw - but entertainment can't mask Red Devils' dreadful home form

Man Utd player ratings vs Bournemouth: Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha reign in the chaos after Ruben Amorm finally tweaks his formation but Red Devils haunted by defensive frailty in eight-goal thriller

Manchester United were at their very best and their very worst in an illogical but hugely entertaining 4-4 draw at home to Bournemouth. Amad...

DECEMBER 15 • goal

Man Utd player ratings vs Bournemouth: Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha reign in the chaos after Ruben Amorm finally tweaks his formation but Red Devils haunted by defensive frailty in eight-goal thriller

Remains out De Ligt (hamstring) remains out for the time being, coach Ruben Amorim said in the press conference, according to Rob Dawson from ESPN.

Impact De Ligt is still dealing with the hamstring injury that sidelined him in the last two games and won't be an option for Monday's clash against Bournemouth. This is a blow for Manchester United since he is an undisputed starter when fit and available and a change will have to be made in the back-three, with Ayden Heaven or Leny Yoro as likely options to replace him while he is out.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not available De Ligt (hamstring) is still out for Monday's trip to Wolves.

Impact De Ligt was expected to return for Monday's clash, but instead he's left out of the squad entirely. This injury was originally meant to be a small one, but he's now missed two matches in a row. Ayden Heaven is back in the starting XI for Monday's clash.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Monday De Ligt (undisclosed) should be available for Monday's clash against Wolves, coach Ruben Amorim said in the press conference. "I think so, we'll see."

Impact De Ligt missed Thursday's draw against West Ham United due to an injury that seems to be minor since coach Ruben Amorim expected him to be back available for Monday's clash against Wolves. The center-back will claim back his undisputed starting role in the back-three of the Red Devils if deemed fit for the game.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Missing Thursday De Ligt isn't in the squad for Thursday's clash with West Ham.

Impact De Ligt wasn't included in the squad for Thursday's clash, as it appears he was one of the two injury doubts (alongside Bruno Fernandes) that manager Ruben Amorim mentioned pre-match. Fernandes was deemed fit enough to start but De Ligt wasn't included in the squad. Ayden Heaven gets the start at center-back Thursday.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd player ratings vs Everton: Bruno Fernandes struggles and Joshua Zirkzee can't take his chance as Red Devils fall to disappointing home defeat against 10 men

Manchester United were deservedly booed off the pitch as they slumped to a 1-0 defeat at home to an Everton side who played the vast majorit...

NOVEMBER 24 • goal

Man Utd player ratings vs Everton: Bruno Fernandes struggles and Joshua Zirkzee can't take his chance as Red Devils fall to disappointing home defeat against 10 men

EPL scores: Tottenham and Man United both score stoppage-time goals in 2-2 draw in Premier League Matthijs de Ligt equalized in the sixth minute of a dramatic period of stoppage time to earn Manchester United a 2-2 draw at Tottenham in th...

NOVEMBER 8 • THESTAR.COM

Scores equalizer Saturday De Ligt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact De Ligt scored his first goal of the season Saturday and it came at the perfect time. After Spurs scored a pair of late goals and looked set to steal the win, De Ligt scored a towering header in the 96th minute off a Bruno Fernandes corner to tie the match at two goals a piece. He played well on the defensive end too as he won four duels, intercepted two passes and made six clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Are Man Utd back? Six reasons why Ruben Amorim's improving Red Devils can be surprise Premier League title challengers

"The aim has to be winning the Premier League. I know people will be questioning me for saying it after last season, but it has to be that,"...

OCTOBER 28 • goal

Are Man Utd back? Six reasons why Ruben Amorim's improving Red Devils can be surprise Premier League title challengers

Man Utd player ratings vs Liverpool: Harry Maguire silences Anfield - cult hero secures statement win for Ruben Amorim as Bryan Mbeumo, Casemiro and more shine

Harry Maguire ended Manchester United's long, long wait to win away at Liverpool as he snatched a 2-1 victory which could kickstart the Rube...

OCTOBER 19 • goal

Man Utd player ratings vs Liverpool: Harry Maguire silences Anfield - cult hero secures statement win for Ruben Amorim as Bryan Mbeumo, Casemiro and more shine

Ever-present in starting lineup De Ligt has started and played the full 90 in each of Manchester United's seven Premier League matches this season.

Impact There's a strong argument to say the Dutchman has been Manchester United's most reliable defender this season, though that doesn't really say much given the team's struggles. In seven EPL starts, De Ligt has five shots, 15 tackles, 36 clearances and eight interceptions.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Lay off Benjamin Sesko: Man Utd's new £74m striker is facing an impossible job in Ruben Amorim's baffling system

"He has great potential. He's really smart, a guy who's always thinking," Ruben Amorim said after Benjamin Sesko's £74 million ($101m) switc...

OCTOBER 4 • goal

Lay off Benjamin Sesko: Man Utd's new £74m striker is facing an impossible job in Ruben Amorim's baffling system

'A Little Different'-Bryan Mbeumo Gives Verdict on Ruben Amorim's Man Utd Formation The summer signing mirrored a stance from centre back Matthijs de Ligt.

OCTOBER 2 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Man Utd news: Matthijs de Ligt says Ruben Amorim cannot shoulder all blame Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt accepts Saturday's performance at Brentford was not good enough but. said Ruben Amorim cannot sh...

SEPTEMBER 28 • BBC.CO.UK

Man Utd news: Matthijs de Ligt on United's poor form Man Utd news: Matthijs de Ligt on United's poor form

SEPTEMBER 15 • BBC.CO.UK

Man Utd news: Matthijs de Ligt praises Bruno Fernandes' bottle Man Utd news: Matthijs de Ligt praises Bruno Fernandes' bottle

AUGUST 31 • BBC.CO.UK

Matthijs de Ligt praises 'explosive' Man United star | Sporting News Matthijs de Ligt is excited about one of Man United's summer signings.

AUGUST 24 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Returns during offseason De Ligt (undisclosed) started and played 45 minutes in a friendly against Leeds United.

Impact De Ligt was able to shake off the undisclosed issues he carried into the offseason from the last campaign, featuring for the first half of a friendly. This does mean the club is gaining a regular defender back ahead of the campaign, a player who will likely start matchday one after starting in 25 of his 29 appearances last season, only being hindered by injuries.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd news: Matthijs de Ligt backs Ruben Amorim to get players 'together' Man Utd news: Matthijs de Ligt backs Ruben Amorim to get players 'together'

MAY 31 • BBC.CO.UK

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