De Ligt is having a nightmare with injuries.

The Manchester United center-back has come close to returning to play on several occasions, but has repeatedly faced obstacles that have interrupted his recovery process.

De Ligt has not yet set a date for his return to playing.

According to the Telegraph , De Ligt has been suffering from a nightmare of injuries over the past few months, due to persistent pain and discomfort. His health is causing concern among the coaching staff and medical team at Manchester United.

Repeated interruptions in his recovery process have affected his physical condition and put significant mental pressure on the Dutch player. Currently, De Ligt is focusing on his recovery at Carrington.

No specific date has been set for his return to the pitch. De Ligt's recurring health problems have become a major concern for Manchester United, especially given the team's need for defensive stability.

De Ligt hasn't played since the end of November 2025, after suffering a back injury in the 2-1 win against Crystal Palace. At the time, former manager Ruben Amorim suggested it was just "a minor injury" and optimistically predicted he could return by early December last year.

However, the reality is far more complicated, as the Dutch center-back hasn't featured in a matchday squad since then. Before his injury, De Ligt played a full 1,170 minutes in the Premier League this season. The former Bayern Munich defender was almost the default choice at the heart of Manchester United's defense.

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