Man Utd injury boost vs Villa after Mount returns from six-match absence
Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick confirmed that Mason Mount has returned to the first-team squad ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash against Aston Villa, ending a spell where he missed their last six league matches due to an unspecified injury.
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1Manchester interim head coach Michael Carrick confirmed that midfielder Mason Mount has returned from injury and will be available for the upcoming match against Aston Villa.
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2Despite a positive update on one player, three other players remain ruled out of Manchester United's squad due to injuries ahead of Sunday's game at Old Trafford. The team is aiming to bounce back after their 2-1 defeat by Newcastle in previous action under Carrick.
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Manchester United will look to gain an advantage over European rival AstonVilla, who are level on points in the Premier League.
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— [Mar 14, 01:35] Man Utd star back in training ahead of Aston Villa game (Eyefootball)Michael Carrick will lead Manchester United against their European rival and conclude an extended break following a recent loss to Newcastle United.
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— [Mar 13, 16:47] Man Utd predicted XI vs Aston Villa (Yardbarker)Michael Carrick has confirmed that Mason Mount is back to play in the first-team squad for Sunday's clash after being out injured previously this season.