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De Ligt's Recovery Timeline Uncertain, Carrick Confirms

3/20/2026

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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said Matthijs de Ligt's back injury has no clear timeline for his return.
De Ligt has been sidelined for more than four months since early December, with a recovery slower than hoped.
Carrick avoided discussing surgery but confirmed efforts to aid De Ligt's recovery.
Harry Maguire has stepped up in De Ligt's absence.
Discussions about squad changes are ongoing as the season nears its end.

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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said Matthijs de Ligt's back injury has no clear timeline for his return.
De Ligt has been sidelined for more than four months since early December, with a recovery slower than hoped.
Carrick avoided discussing surgery but confirmed efforts to aid De Ligt's recovery.
Harry Maguire has stepped up in De Ligt's absence.
Discussions about squad changes are ongoing as the season nears its end.