{
  "id": 2179412,
  "title": "Carrick reveals multiple Man Utd stars close to returning",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/carrick-reveals-multiple-man-utd-stars-close-to-returning",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T16:50:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/carrick-reveals-multiple-man-utd-165000470.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has revealed that several key players are close to returning from injury as the team prepares for their new season. Carrick spoke about the fitness of Matthijs de Ligt, Benjamin Sesko, Mason Mount, and others. The manager highlighted that Matthijs de Ligt is training and in good shape, which is a significant bonus for the team. Karl Darlow and Benjamin Sesko have also been active in training, with Sesko expected to soon return to the group. Mason Mount, who suffered an injury against PSG during pre-season, is on the mend and could be back for the upcoming match against Hull City. Carrick emphasized the importance of managing the squad depth to ensure a strong starting lineup throughout the season.",
  "summary": "Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has updated on the fitness of Matthijs de Ligt, Benjamin Sesko, Mason Mount and others.The Reds will kick off the new season with a trip to face newly-promoted s...",
  "key_points": [
    "Several Man Utd stars close to returning from injury.",
    "Matthijs de Ligt training in good shape.",
    "Mason Mount expected to return for Hull City match."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}