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Man Utd Injury Latest: Cunha, Mount and Dalot Fitness Updates Ahead of Chelsea Clash

Manchester United head into their weekend meeting with Chelsea looking to respond from derby disappointment. A bruising 3-0 defeat to Manchester City exposed ongoing concerns for Ruben Amorim’s side, but the manager will hope a clearer injury picture can provide some stability at Old Trafford.

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With no midweek commitments due to their early Carabao Cup exit and absence from European competition, the Red Devils have had extra time to regroup. That gap may also hand crucial recovery time to players edging back towards fitness. Here’s the latest injury news from Carrington.

Cunha pushing for swift return

Summer signing Matheus Cunha remains the most closely monitored name on the injury list. The Brazilian forward limped off during the win over Burnley with a hamstring issue and missed the Manchester derby as a result.

Amorim has been cautious in his assessments, refusing to commit to a firm timeline. Yet his remarks hinted at optimism:

United hope to have the 26-year-old available for selection when Chelsea arrive on Saturday. His potential return would offer a valuable injection of energy and unpredictability to an attack that struggled at the Etihad.

Potential return date: 20 September 2025 vs Chelsea (H)

Mount faces uncertain recovery period

Mason Mount is another concern. The midfielder picked up a knock in the same fixture against Burnley and has not featured since. His recovery has been clouded in uncertainty, with Amorim unwilling to provide specifics about the nature or severity of the problem.

The England international has endured a stop–start spell since joining from Chelsea, and missing a reunion with his former club would be another frustrating chapter. Amorim admitted:

For now, a return date remains unknown.

Dalot monitored after muscle setback

Defender Diogo Dalot sat out the Manchester derby after withdrawing from Portugal duty with muscle discomfort. He was seen travelling with the squad to the Etihad but did not make the bench.

Whether the full-back is available to face Chelsea depends on his progress in training this week. With defensive options already stretched, United will be keen to welcome him back quickly.

Potential return date: 20 September 2025 vs Chelsea (H)

Martinez nearing long-awaited comeback

A longer-term positive comes in the form of Lisandro Martinez. The Argentine centre-back has been sidelined since February with an ACL injury but is now training on grass at Carrington. His gradual return is unlikely to impact the Chelsea fixture but offers encouragement for the months ahead.

Potential return date: Late 2025

Final thoughts

United’s season is still in its formative stage, but back-to-back defeats in league and derby action have sharpened the need for reinforcements on the pitch. Amorim will hope Cunha’s recovery offers an immediate boost, while Mount and Dalot continue their rehabilitation. Martinez’s slow return provides longer-term hope, though the focus for now is firmly on whether United can line up with greater strength when Chelsea arrive at Old Trafford.