Manchester United injury update: Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez latest news and return dates

Manchester United’s recent resurgence under Ruben Amorim continued with a statement win over Brighton — their third straight Premier League victory.

Now, the Portuguese coach looks set to receive another major boost, as both Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martínez move closer to returning from injury.

Here’s the full breakdown of United’s latest injury situation and projected return dates.

After scoring the winner at Anfield, Harry Maguire missed the clash with Brighton due to a minor knock, but Amorim insists the issue is nothing serious.

“I hope to have Harry next week,” Amorim told reporters. “It’s a simple thing, but you never know — I don’t like to take risks with players.”

The United boss also confirmed that Maguire is expected to return to training during the week, raising hopes that the defender could feature in the upcoming Premier League trip to Nottingham Forest.

Maguire’s absence against Brighton was precautionary, and the 32-year-old is already undergoing light sessions at Carrington.

Potential return date: November 1, 2025 – vs Nottingham Forest (A)

There’s more good news on Lisandro Martínez, who has been sidelined since February with a torn ACL. The Argentine centre-back has stepped up his rehabilitation and is now training individually on grass.

Amorim revealed ahead of the Brighton game that Martínez’s return to full team sessions is “very close,” though he refused to commit to an exact timeline.

“He trained really well — not with us, but on the next pitch, and I was watching,” Amorim said. “He is feeling well and responding well. I don’t want to say a specific day or one week, but he is near to start training with the team.”

Once back in team training, Martínez will need to rebuild match sharpness, but his return would be a massive lift for a United defence that has started to stabilise in recent weeks.

Potential return date: November 2025

Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United revolution continues to gather momentum — and the return of both Maguire and Martínez could solidify the backbone of a side that finally looks balanced.

United’s recent uptick in results has come without two of their most experienced defenders, highlighting Amorim’s tactical flexibility. However, the Portuguese coach is known for relying on strong defensive partnerships, and reuniting Maguire and Martínez before the festive run could prove vital.

With Nottingham Forest and Tottenham on the horizon, Amorim will welcome the prospect of rotation — especially with fixtures coming thick and fast in November.

Manchester United travel to Nottingham Forest on Saturday, November 1, before facing Tottenham and Everton in quick succession. With key defenders nearing fitness, Amorim’s squad depth could soon look far stronger.

👉 Manchester United boost as Amorim confirms Maguire and Martínez nearing return ahead of Forest clash.