Rashford, Mount, Varane - Manchester United injury news latest and return dates ahead of Burnley

Manchester United have several fitness concerns heading into their Premier League clash with Burnley on Saturday.

United were forced to twice come from behind at home to Sheffield United on Wednesday as Erik ten Hg’s side battled to a 4-2 victory over the relegation-threatened club. The three points saw United move above Newcastle into sixth place as the club close in on Europa: League qualification.

The weekend will see United host another side in the relegation zone, Burnley. However, Ten Hag is expected to be without several players as United prepare for the visit of Vincent Kompany’s side. Here’s a look at the latest injury news and updates from around Old Trafford:

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Mason Mount

Mason Mount returned from a calf injury last month but was absent for the team’s FA Cup semi-final win over Coventry City, last weekend. The England midfielder continued to be missing from the squad against Sheffield United, with Erik ten Hag giving an update on Mount’s fitness.

Speaking to Match of the Day on Wednesday, the United boss said: "Mason Mount, he will return, I think."

Potential return date: April 27 vs Burnley.

Sofyan Amrabat

Sofyan Amrabat gave United a fitness boost against the Blades. The midfielder missed the cup tie with Coventry but was back in the squad against Sheffield United, coming off the bench in added time.

Potential return date: Returned.

Marcus Rashford

Marcus Rashford was added to United’s injury list after the club’s FA Cup clash with Coventry City. Rashford was substituted for Amad, late on in the second half, and was not in the matchday squad against Sheffield United.

Potential return date: Unknown.

Willy Kambwala

The young centre-back was one of several players that did not travel to Wembley for the semi-final clash. His absence and other injuries forced Harry Maguire to be partnered with Casemiro in defence. He was not included in the squad on Wednesday night.

When asked if any of his defenders would be expected to return against Burnely, United boss Ten Hag replied: "No, not yet. We have to be patient for it. For coming back for the game against Burnley, I don't expect [them]."

Potential return date: Unknown.

Raphael Varane

Raphael Varane sustained a muscle injury against Chelsea, earlier this month. Varane did not feature in the squad against Sheffield United and it is uncertain when the defender will return but Ten Hag will hope it is before the end of the season.

Potential return date: May.

Lisandro Martinez

Lisandro Martinez is also sidelined with a muscle injury. The World Cup has been recovering since the end of March, with United announcing that the defender would be out for around a month.

.Potential return date: May.

Luke Shaw

Luke Shaw sustained a leg injury against Luton Town, back in February.

Ten Hag has previously explained that he hopes to welcome the defender back before the end of the season but no exact timeframe has been given for his recovery.

Potential return date: May.

Anthony Martial

Anthony Martial is recovering after undergoing surgery on a groin injury. Having had the operation in January, the striker was expected to be out for around 10 weeks, but Ten Hag is unsure if the forward will feature again this season.

Speaking earlier this month, Ten Hag said: "I don't know [if he will play again before his contract expires]. He's still with the medical [department]. He's out on the pitch, but if he will be available, I don't know."

Potential return date: Unknown.

Tyrell Malacia

Tyrell Malacia has been recovering from a knee injury that has forced him to miss the entirety of the season so far.

Malacia has been building up his fitness in recent months but there is no immediate sign of the full-back returning to the matchday squad. It is unknown whether he will feature before the end of the season but he was recently spotted returning to the gym.

Potential return date: Unknown.