Kobbie Mainoo returns to Manchester United training

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has returned to training following a muscular injury that kept him out of the last four matches. Manager Michael Carrick confirmed on Thursday that Mainoo is back in and around the group, though no specific return date for a full 90-minute appearance has been provided.

Despite his return to training, Mainoo’s availability for the upcoming match against Chelsea remains uncertain. Fantasy Premier League data currently lists him as doubtful with a 25% chance of playing. It remains unclear whether Carrick will opt to ease the 21-year-old back into action from the bench or include him in the starting lineup.