Manchester United’s Left-Back Woes Continue: Erik ten Hag Reveals Tyrell Malacia’s Potential October Return from Knee Surgery

Erik ten Hag hinted that Tyrell Malacia could be back on the pitch for Manchester United within two months.

The Dutch defender, who underwent double knee surgery, missed the entire previous season, leaving United short-handed at left-back during Luke Shaw’s frequent absences. Malacia, signed for £14.7 million from Feyenoord two years ago, has been training at Carrington while the team was on tour in the US.

Ten Hag expressed optimism about Malacia’s progress, suggesting he could join team training soon and potentially be back in action by October.

Rasmus Hojlund’s time in California took an unexpected turn when he injured his hamstring during a friendly against Arsenal in Los Angeles.

The Danish striker faces six weeks on the sidelines but has already started his recovery, including a chilly stint in a cryotherapy chamber.

Hojlund maintained a sense of humor about the situation, posting a photo of himself in the freezing chamber with a tongue-in-cheek caption about Scandinavian “summer.”

His injury will likely keep him out of several upcoming matches, including the Community Shield and the early Premier League fixtures.

Leny Yoro’s Setback

Leny Yoro suffered a setback just weeks after his £59 million transfer from Lille to Manchester United.

The teenage Frenchman fractured his metatarsal during a clash with Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus in Los Angeles, sidelining him for approximately three months.

Despite the disappointment, United staff are hopeful that the enforced break will give Yoro time to settle into life in England before returning to action in November.

United’s Leadership Presence in LA

Manchester United’s new leadership team has been actively involved during the team’s US tour.

CEO Omar Berrada, alongside club director Sir Dave Brailsford, sporting director Dan Ashworth, and technical director Jason Wilcox, have been visible behind the scenes.

They have been dining with players at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, aiming to build team unity and familiarity after the recent Ineos investment led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The club has deliberately fostered a more cohesive atmosphere by encouraging all players to dine together at a single long table during mealtimes.