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Manchester United players Shaw, Baleba, Diallo, and de Ligt face injury updates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:20 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Manchester United players Shaw, Baleba, Diallo, and de Ligt face injury updates

Summary

Manchester United prepare for a crucial Carabao Cup match against Brighton amid injury concerns. Luke Shaw is close to returning after a knock, while Carlos Baleba is unlikely to make his debut due to an ankle injury. Amad Diallo is also projected to miss time, having suffered an ankle problem in training. Matthijs de Ligt is making progress after back surgery. The club aims to bounce back from a recent derby loss to Manchester City, needing a strong performance at home versus Brighton on September 16.

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Status Watch

•Shaw close to return, expected for Brighton on September 16.
•Baleba's debut delayed likely until October 10 against Tottenham.
•Diallo to miss more time, return not confirmed.
•De Ligt making progress following back surgery.

Latest Updates

11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Man United duo could be set for return against Brighton

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Manchester United injury news ahead of Brighton as Carrick needs a responseManchester United have no time to sulk. The derby defeat to Manchester City was contentious, the fallout has rumbled on, and ...
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