After Manchester United’s emphatic 7-0 win over Barnsley in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, their attention shifts back to Premier League action as they gear up to take on Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park this Saturday. The Red Devils are looking to secure back-to-back league victories for the first time this season, following their commanding 3-0 win over Southampton last weekend, which helped them recover from earlier setbacks.
Facing Crystal Palace, however, will likely be a more challenging task compared to Southampton and Barnsley, so manager Erik ten Hag will probably caution his players against becoming complacent after their recent strong performances. The Barnsley victory highlighted United’s attacking prowess while also giving Ten Hag an opportunity to rotate his squad and avoid any fresh injury concerns.
Ahead of the clash in London, here’s the latest on United’s injury front:
**Leny Yoro**: The new signing from Lille sustained a fractured metatarsal during United’s pre-season tour in the U.S. and had to undergo surgery, which could keep him out for up to three months. Thankfully, his recovery is progressing well, and he no longer needs crutches.
**Victor Lindelof**: The Swedish defender has not featured since being taken off at halftime in a pre-season match against Liverpool. While Ten Hag had expressed optimism about his return, Lindelof has yet to make a matchday squad this season.
**Luke Shaw**: Shaw has been sidelined with a calf injury since before the season opener against Fulham. Though initially expected to return after the international break, he has missed several games. Ten Hag confirmed Shaw is improving but still not ready to be included.
**Tyrell Malacia**: Out of action since the final day of the 2022/23 season with a knee injury, Malacia is nearing a return to full team training. His comeback is anticipated within the next couple of months.
**Mason Mount**: Mount suffered a minor muscle injury before the Liverpool game, forcing him to sit out matches against Liverpool, Southampton, and Barnsley. He has recently resumed first-team training and could potentially be fit for the Palace match.
Erik ten Hag is set to provide more clarity on Mount’s fitness and other injury concerns in his pre-match press conference on Thursday.
