October 16th 2024.
It has been a long 18 months since Tyrell Malacia last took the field for Manchester United. The Dutch full-back, who was the first signing of the Erik ten Hag era in 2022, has been out of action since May 2023 due to a major knee injury that required surgery. But the good news is that he is now "very close" to making his return for the team.
Malacia had a successful first season in English football, starting in 29 games across all competitions. However, his promising start was halted by his injury, which caused him to miss the entire 2023-24 season. He was unable to join the squad for their pre-season tour in the US, but he has been seen back in first-team training this season.
His absence has been sorely felt by the team, especially at the left-back position where Luke Shaw has also been struggling with injuries. But according to reports from Voetbal International, Malacia could be back on the field by the end of October or the beginning of November. This could see him make a possible return in games against West Ham United, Leicester City in the Carabao Cup, or Chelsea.
Despite his absence, Malacia's talent has not gone unnoticed. In his first season at the club, he showed great potential and impressed his teammates and fans alike. Speaking about his progress last month, ten Hag said, "Of course, we want to motivate him to return, but it's not so easy when you are away for so long. However, he's been working very hard and making big strides in his recovery. We expect him to be back in team training soon and we look forward to seeing him on the field again."
In the meantime, Diogo Dalot has been filling in at left-back this season, with Noussair Mazraoui's absence allowing him to play in his natural position on the right. However, with both Malacia and Shaw not yet ready for Saturday's game against Brentford, it is likely that Lisandro Martinez or Jonny Evans will have to step in and fill the gap.
Fans of Manchester United have been eagerly awaiting Malacia's return, and his comeback will surely be a boost for the team. Stay tuned for more updates and news about the team's progress. And don't forget to sign up for exclusive content and analysis on our website. We value your privacy and have taken measures to protect your information. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
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