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Manchester United boosted by Mount and Ugarte return ahead of crucial clash with Real Sociedad

Written by Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp
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, | Updated: March 12, 2025
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Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim during a press conference

    Key Takeaways:

  • Mason Mount and Manuel Ugarte have returned to full training, providing a boost for Manchester United ahead of their Europa League second leg against Real Sociedad
  • Manager Rúben Amorim stressed the importance of winning the match to revitalise the team’s struggling season
  • Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro remain sidelined due to injuries and were absent from today’s training session

Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim emphasised the significance of securing a victory in tomorrow’s Europa League second leg against Real Sociedad to advance to the quarter-finals. He highlighted that staying in the tournament would give the team a much-needed sense of purpose and renewed energy for the final months of the season. The Red Devils have endured a disappointing campaign, having already been eliminated from both domestic cups and currently sitting in 14th place in the Premier League.

Ahead of the match, Amorim received positive news with the return of Mason Mount and Manuel Ugarte to full training. The Uruguayan midfielder missed the last match against Arsenal after picking up a knock but is now expected to be available for the squad. Mount, on the other hand, has been sidelined since mid-December and has missed United’s last 19 matches. Given his long absence, Amorim is unlikely to take risks with his immediate inclusion. Meanwhile, Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro were absent from today’s training session as they continue recovering from injuries.

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