Manchester United Faces Injury Crisis: Amad Diallo and Mason Mount Out

Manchester United’s week has gone from bad to worse.

Barely 48 hours after a bruising opening-day defeat to Hull City, the club has been hit with another setback: Amad Diallo is expected to be sidelined for up to six weeks after picking up an injury in training, according to a reputable United insider via UtdDistrict.

The winger was a surprise omission from the travelling squad for the season opener at the MKM Stadium. Now the picture is clearer – and far from encouraging. If the initial prognosis holds, Amad may not feature until the start of October, ruling him out of a cluster of early-season fixtures just as United look to build rhythm.

Mount joins growing list of concerns

The blow comes hard on the heels of confirmation that Mason Mount is also out. The midfielder suffered a hamstring problem in United’s pre-season meeting with Paris Saint-Germain, an issue that kept him out of the remaining friendlies and Saturday’s loss to Hull.

It adds another frustrating chapter to Mount’s United story. Since arriving in 2023, the 27-year-old has yet to complete a season without a significant spell in the treatment room, and his reputation as one of the squad’s most injury-hit players has only hardened.

There is some cautious optimism around his latest setback. Inside the club, there is hope the hamstring issue is relatively minor, and his involvement in training this week will be watched closely. Any sign of Mount back on the grass at Carrington would be a rare piece of good news for a staff suddenly juggling key absences.

De Ligt still out, Baleba to wait

Amad and Mount are not alone.

Matthijs de Ligt remains unavailable as he continues his recovery from the back injury that cut short his 2025/2026 campaign back in November. His absence leaves a sizeable hole in the heart of United’s defence at a time when stability is badly needed.

Carlos Baleba, whose move to Old Trafford is described as imminent, will not be an instant solution either. The midfielder is carrying an ankle ligament injury sustained during pre-season with Brighton and Hove Albion and will have to bide his time before making his debut once the transfer is completed.

Six days to reset before Old Trafford return

United now have six days to regroup after their deflating start before walking out at Old Trafford for the first time in the 2026/2027 season. Ipswich Town, another newly-promoted side, arrive on Sunday, and the expectation will be for a reaction.

Supporters will be looking for clarity. An official update from the club on Amad’s condition is anticipated, with fans eager to know the full extent of the damage and the timeline for his return.

A damaging defeat, a lengthening injury list, and a restless fanbase. The season has barely begun, but already the question hangs in the air: how many key players can United afford to lose before their campaign starts to unravel?