Overview
- Michael Carrick acknowledged he cannot guarantee the defender will feature again before the campaign ends.
- Matthijs de Ligt has not played since the 2-1 win at Crystal Palace on November 30.
- Manchester United are persisting with rehabilitation and have not ruled out surgery if required.
- Club sources told the Press Association the aim remains for him to play again this term.
- The extended absence threatens his Netherlands World Cup chances and has prompted reliance on Harry Maguire, with Leny Yoro and Lisandro Martinez covering when available.