Manchester United’s pre-season preparations are taking shape under Ruben Amorim, who is expected to bring a far more demanding fitness culture to Carrington.
After a campaign marred by injuries across the squad, Amorim and his staff have prioritised early recovery plans and rigorous off-season monitoring to avoid another fitness crisis.
United’s medical department is working closely with returning internationals, while key players are undergoing tailored programmes to hit the ground running.
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The new manager has reportedly insisted on detailed individual training plans, with no room for shortcuts — a shift welcomed by those eager to impress.
One of the players already setting the tone is Matthijs de Ligt, who has been sidelined but has now returned to light training.
De Ligt sustained a muscular injury in the 33rd minute of United’s 4-3 defeat at Brentford in the Premier League on May 4 and was replaced by Harry Maguire, sparking fears he could be absent for the start of Amorim’s first pre-season.
CentreDevils can exclusively reveal that De Ligt’s injury was not serious, and the decision to rest him was purely precautionary.
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He is now doing individual sessions on grass, focusing on strength and mobility work to avoid any setbacks before the team regroups.
United’s medical team were impressed by his commitment to recovery and how hard he pushed to make a late-season return — even if the club decided not to take risks.
Matthijs De Ligt has quickly earned a reputation inside the dressing room for his leadership and professionalism, with Amorim believed to view him as a core figure in his defensive rebuild.
Despite a difficult season collectively, the Dutch international has been a consistent presence when fit and is expected to play a major role in 2025/26.
With Jonny Evans reportedly on the verge of leaving and more defensive departures possible, De Ligt’s return to full training will be a welcome boost for fans and coaches alike.
He’s not just back early — he’s setting the example others are expected to follow.
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