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Manchester United have received a double boost as two of their star players are nearing a return to action, as per reports. The Red Devils will face Spanish outfit Athletic Club in the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa League, with the first leg taking place at San Mames on Thursday.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Ruben Amorim's side are set to welcome the duo of Matthijs De Ligt and Amad Diallo back imminently after spells out injured. The pair have returned to full training for their side and are firmly in contention to feature against the Spanish club.
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Manchester United were left with a significant blow after Amad, who was one of their most consistent performers, was ruled out for the season in February. The 22-year-old, who signed a new long-term deal this year, suffered an ankle problem before their game against Tottenham Hotspur, but has returned ahead of schedule.
Netherlands international De Ligt started nine successive games for Ruben Amorim's side before picking up an injury in early April. His last appearance was against Nottingham Forest on April 1st, and he has not played in any of his side's last six games.
Manchester United boss Amorim will be very pleased with the return to fitness of Amad due to his side's lack of attacking depth. The Ivory Coast international delivered nine goals and seven assists in 36 appearances for the club prior to his injury.
Like Amad, De Ligt has been a regular under Amorim, and has made 40 appearances in his debut season with the Red Devils. The 25-year-old's fitness will be a welcome boost for his side, who have kept only two clean sheets since the start of February.
Manchester United legend set for emotional return to Old Trafford in the summer
Manchester United legend David de Gea is set to make a return to Old Trafford for the first time since leaving the club in 2023. The Spanish goalkeeper will be part of the Fiorentina side that takes part in the Snapdragon Cup billed for Old Trafford in the summer.
De Gea has found his feet in Florence after spending a year without a club following his release by Manchester United. He has appeared 31 times in Serie A, keeping 11 clean sheets, and has helped his side reach the last four of the UEFA Europa Conference League.
Fiorentina and the Red Devils will lock horns on August 9th in their final match in preparation for the 2025-26 season after a tour of the USA. De Gea will get a chance to say goodbye to the fans of the club he represented for 12 years, making 545 appearances and keeping 190 clean sheets.
