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Matthijs de Ligt returns to Carrington to continue rehab from surgery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 6:10 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Matthijs de Ligt returns to Carrington to continue rehab from surgery

Summary

Matthijs de Ligt has resumed his rehabilitation at Manchester United's Carrington training complex after undergoing back surgery in May. The 26-year-old center-back missed the latter part of last season due to injury and has not yet featured under manager Michael Carrick. While De Ligt participates in an individualized program, the club expresses optimism about his recovery and considers their options for the defensive lineup given the injury histories of other players. No immediate plans to bolster the defense are reported as United prepares for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•De Ligt is back at Carrington for rehabilitation purposes.
•He missed the second half of last season due to injury.
•The center-back is focusing on an individual training program.
•United shows confidence in his recovery progress.
•There are no immediate plans to add to the defensive lineup.

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6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Matthijs de Ligt back at Carrington as he continues his road to recovery

What they're saying

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Manchester United have begun pre-season preparations with all the senior stars who failed to make it to the World Cup currently at Carrington.That includes Matthijs de Ligt, who missed the second half...
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