Manchester United have received encouraging updates regarding the fitness of three key players ahead of the 2025\/26 season. Joshua Zirkzee, Andr\u00e9 Onana, and Lisandro Mart\u00ednez are all progressing in their recoveries, raising hopes for their availability as the campaign approaches.<\/p>\n
Zirkzee described his injury as “a small injury” and remains optimistic about a swift return. “It shouldn\u2019t take too long to recover now,” he told the media. He praised the support from the club\u2019s medical team, saying, “I\u2019ve got great physios working with me every day. It\u2019s not a serious problem. It\u2019s pre-season so unlike last season where I wanted to push myself to be back for the final, obviously now I just want to be there for the start of the season.”<\/p>\n
Goalkeeper Andr\u00e9 Onana, initially expected to miss the first month of the Premier League season, might recover sooner than anticipated. Reports indicate he could be fit by August 9, in time for a friendly against Fiorentina at Old Trafford.<\/p>\n
Defender Lisandro Mart\u00ednez\u2019s recovery is less advanced following his ACL rupture in February. However, he is now working with the ball and running on grass as he builds towards training with the team. Zirkzee cited Mart\u00ednez as an inspiration during his own rehabilitation: “Someone who has motivated me a lot is Lisandro Mart\u00ednez who has been out for quite some time. To see how mentally he keeps himself ready and the way he works to be back in the best way he can is something I\u2019m thankful for.”<\/p>\n
The trio’s return is a bright spot for Manchester United, who endured a difficult previous season, including a painful Europa League final loss and their worst Premier League campaign to date. Manager Amorim remains optimistic, declaring in May, “The good days are coming,” following a period of adversity.<\/p>\n
These updates offer renewed hope for United fans as the team prepares for the new season with a focus on rebuilding and resilience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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