Erik ten Hag Provides Injury Boosts for Manchester United Ahead of Crystal Palace Clash
In a press conference on Thursday afternoon, Erik ten Hag offered insights into Manchester United’s preparations for their upcoming fixture against Crystal Palace. The focus was on squad fitness, with the key news being the possible return of Mason Mount and Rasmus Højlund. Both players have recently resumed first-team training at Carrington, raising hopes they might feature in Saturday’s match.
Mount, who has missed the last three games due to a muscle injury, last appeared during the 2-1 loss to Brighton. Meanwhile, Højlund has not played since the club’s pre-season tour in July due to a hamstring issue. Ten Hag was cautious about their inclusion, emphasizing that their return would be carefully managed to avoid further setbacks.
“We are pleased that they are back in training, but we have to assess them carefully,” said Ten Hag. “They’ve done a few training sessions, and we will decide tomorrow whether they will be involved on Saturday.”
Their potential return would be a significant boost for United, who are seeking to extend their winning streak after a strong 3-0 victory over Southampton and a 7-0 thrashing of Barnsley in the Carabao Cup.
Reflection on Past Defeats
Reflecting on last season’s 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace, Ten Hag acknowledged the challenges of the past but insisted the team is in a much better position now. “It was a tough loss, but I don’t compare the situations,” he said. “Back then, we were struggling to find 11 fit players. Now we have 18, and we can rotate more effectively.”
Managing Injuries Carefully
Ten Hag highlighted the importance of managing injuries, especially with the team involved in multiple competitions. “In top football, injuries are unavoidable, but having a fully fit squad makes it easier to handle the load,” he noted. “We hope to reintegrate the players carefully.”
The manager concluded by stating that decisions on Mount and Højlund would be made after Friday’s training session. Fans are eagerly awaiting updates, as their return could be pivotal in United’s pursuit of success this season.
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