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Man Utd injury update ahead of Brentford clash as two stars set to return to squad

Manchester United host Brentford in the Premier League on Monday evening, with two stars potentially in the mix to make Michael Carrick's squad

[MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 13: Manchester United manager Michael Carrick acknowledges the fans after the Premier League match between Manchester United and Leeds United at Old Trafford on April 13, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images)]

Michael Carrick's squad won't be at full strength for the visit of Brentford(Image: Visionhaus, Visionhaus/Getty Images)

Manchester United face Brentford in the Premier League on Monday evening, as they aim to secure their spot in the 2026/27 Champions League. The Reds currently sit third in the league table with 58 points, level with Liverpool and Aston Villa who hold fourth and fifth positions respectively.

With just five matches remaining until the season's end, United are in a strong position to play in Europe's top football competition again next term. However, to give themselves the best chance of securing Champions League qualification, Michael Carrick's team will need to be near flawless from now until the end of May.

That begins with Monday night's clash at Old Trafford against the formidable Bees. While Carrick would have hoped to have his strongest possible squad ready for the final stretch, the Englishman has unfortunately not been granted this luxury, with several key players sidelined due to injury and suspension. Here, the Daily Star Sport looks at the situation ahead of Monday's crucial match.

Leny Yoro

[MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 13: Leny Yoro of Manchester United reacts during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Leeds United at Old Trafford on April 13, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)]

Leny Yoro missed the Chelsea clash(Image: James Gill - Danehouse, Getty Images)

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Yoro was absent from last weekend's victory over Chelsea following a training ground injury. And while Carrick will have been hoping to have the defender available and ready to face Brentford, the interim manager revealed in his pre-match press conference that he might not be quite prepared yet.

He said: "We're still working on [Leny]. So, there's a possibility, there's a possibility, but at this stage, it's not 100 per cent sure."

Potential return date: Monday, April 27 vs Brentford

Matthijs de Ligt

[MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Matthijs de Ligt of Manchester United in action during a first team training session at Carrington Training Ground on April 23, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)]

Matthijs de Ligt has returned to training(Image: Ash Donelon, Manchester United via Getty Images)

De Ligt has been sidelined since November due to a back problem, and while he has returned to training recently, he is not expected to feature this week. A club statement earlier this month read: "Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt is working hard on his rehabilitation, under the supervision of the club's medical staff.

"The popular Netherlands international made an excellent start to the season and was deservedly voted our Player of the Month for November by supporters. Matthijs has unfortunately been sidelined since 30 November, but the 26-year-old remains upbeat and focused on returning to full fitness."

It added: "The centre-back is working individually and doing everything he can to return. De Ligt is focused on returning to full fitness, as of yet Michael Carrick has not disclosed a timescale when he is due to return to action."

Potential return date: Unknown

Patrick Dorgu

[LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 25: Patrick Dorgu of Manchester United injured clutching his leg during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on January 25, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)]

Patrick Dorgu has been out of action since January(Image: Marc Atkins, Getty Images)

Dorgu remains on the mend from a hamstring problem sustained during January's thrilling 3-2 triumph against Arsenal. While the versatile full-back is working hard in training sessions to force his way back into contention, Carrick intially confirmed he will be absent for Monday night's journey.

He explained: "Patrick's working his way to being back. He's certainly making good progress and back closer to training with us, which is positive, so that's good news."

However, Dorgu appears named among the substitutes with Matheus Cunha missing out with injury.

Potential return date: Monday, April 27 vs Brentford

Lisandro Martinez

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Martinez was sent off for pulling Calvert-Lewin's hair(Image: Getty Images)

Despite being injury-free, Martinez will also miss Monday's clash with the Bees.

The Argentine centre-back is currently serving a three-match suspension following his dismissal for holding Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair during United's 2-1 defeat to Leeds United earlier this month.

Potential return date: Saturday, May 9 vs Sunderland AFC

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