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United coach upbeat as Mazraoui returns to training ahead of Leeds match

The manager says Mazraoui’s training progress is a positive step before the Elland Road clash.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 17 Oct 2026 01:24:22 GMT

Manchester United’s head coach said the club’s matchday squad for Sunday’s Premier League game at Elland Road will be stronger with defender Noussair Mazraoui back in training. “Yeah, it’s a little bit stronger,” he told Standard, adding that Mazraoui has done “a little bit of training” and will be around the group soon.

Former United midfielder Michael Carrick also praised Mazraoui’s return, noting the player was on the bench recently and that “a little bit of patience” is needed to get him fully match‑fit. Carrick said, “It’s great to have him around. He’s obviously a lot happier when being back around the group.”

Key facts

• Noussair Mazraoui has resumed training with Manchester United. (standard.co.uk)
• The manager described the upcoming squad as "a little bit stronger". (standard.co.uk)
• Michael Carrick said Mazraoui’s return is a positive step for the team. (standard.co.uk)

Sources

• [1] standard.co.uk — originally reported as “Man Utd defender returns to training before Leeds clash”