Manchester United received a significant boost this week with the return of two key players, Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount, to training. Both players have been sidelined with hamstring injuries but are now stepping up their recovery ahead of United’s upcoming fixtures.
For Rasmus Hojlund, this marks an eagerly awaited return as he is yet to play for the club this season. The Danish striker sustained a hamstring injury during a pre-season game against Arsenal, which ruled him out for the opening weeks of the Premier League season.
Hojlund, who joined United in the summer, has been training separately from the first team, but his return to full training suggests he is edging closer to his first appearance in a Manchester United shirt.
Mason Mount, on the other hand, has already played a part in United’s campaign, starting the first two games of the Premier League season. However, the midfielder was forced to withdraw at half-time during United’s 3-1 defeat to Brighton in August due to his injury.
His absence was a setback for United manager Erik ten Hag. Mount’s return to training suggests he could soon be ready to rejoin the matchday squad.
The timing of their recovery comes at a crucial moment for Manchester United, as the club prepares for a Premier League trip to Crystal Palace this Saturday, with a 5:30 p.m. kick-off. United currently sit 10th in the league table, with two victories and two defeats from their opening four games.
After a tough start to the season, Erik ten Hag’s side has found some much-needed momentum in recent matches. United bounced back from a heavy 3-0 league defeat against Liverpool with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Southampton. They followed this up with a dominant 7-0 thrashing of Barnsley in the Carabao Cup to secure their spot in the competition’s fourth round.
Mount and Hojlund’s return will provide Ten Hag with more tactical flexibility as United look to climb up the Premier League standings. Despite some early struggles, United have shown flashes of their attacking potential, and the return of two key players can only help strengthen the team’s ambitions in both domestic and European competitions.
While it remains to be seen whether either player will be ready to feature against Crystal Palace this weekend, their return to training is a positive sign. Ten Hag is likely to monitor their progress closely before making a final decision on their involvement.
United’s next opponents, Crystal Palace, have had a mixed start to their campaign but will present a tricky challenge at Selhurst Park. With their fans behind them and a squad known for its disciplined and energetic style of play, Palace will be eager to frustrate a Manchester United side aiming to continue their recent form.
For the Red Devils, a victory this weekend could provide the perfect springboard to ignite their season. Having key players like Mount and Hojlund back in contention will undoubtedly lift spirits within the squad, as they seek to build on their recent wins and reestablish their credentials as top-four contenders.
