Matthijs de Ligt returns to training after long injury layoff with United

Matthijs de Ligt has returned to team training with Manchester United following a lengthy recovery from a serious back injury. He last played over 250 days ago in November 2025, when he sustained what was initially reported as a minor knock. Following surgery, his rehabilitation has spanned nearly a year, and fans are hopeful he can regain his form. His performance has declined in previous seasons due to injuries, and uncertainty remains regarding his ability to consistently perform as a key defender for the club moving forward.

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