Amad Diallo, Matthijs de Ligt return to Man Utd training before Europa League semi-final

Manchester United have received a significant boost ahead of their Europa League semi-final first leg against Athletic Bilbao, with key players Amad Diallo and Matthijs de Ligt returning to first-team training after lengthy injury absences. Diallo, initially expected to miss the rest of the season due to an ankle ligament injury, and De Ligt, sidelined with a foot problem, rejoined the squad in preparation for the crucial fixture. While their immediate involvement against Bilbao remains uncertain, there is optimism they could feature in upcoming domestic matches and potentially play bigger roles in the second leg. The return of these players comes at a critical time for United, who have struggled with both injuries and finishing in recent weeks, and are depending on a strong Europa League run to salvage their season. Meanwhile, midfielder Toby Collyer continues his recovery with individual training, and United remain without several other key players, including Diogo Dalot. Athletic Club also face injury concerns, notably their top scorer Oihan Sancet, who is a doubt for the match.