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Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined as United faces coaching changes

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined as United faces coaching changes

Summary

Matthijs de Ligt has not played since early December due to a back injury that required surgery. The Manchester United defender began the 2025/26 season as a key player under former coach Ruben Amorim, who was replaced by Michael Carrick after a run of 12 wins in 17 matches. Despite his absence, United management intends to keep De Ligt for the upcoming season, where he will play under Carrick, continuing a managerial trend where De Ligt has had a different coach each season of his career. De Ligt is expected to regain full fitness in the early stages of next season.

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By the Numbers

•De Ligt won United's Player of the Month award in November.
•Ruben Amorim was relieved of his duties amid poor results.
•Michael Carrick has been appointed as United's full-time coach.
•De Ligt's injury has sidelined him since December.

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Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt began the 2025/26 campaign as an undisputed starter under former head coach Ruben Amorim. The Dutchman was a revelation at the back, operating either as the...
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