"Long time no see", "Feels so good seeing him back" - Fans react as Manchester United star returns to XI after long absence for UEL clash
Manchester United fans on social media are happy with Tyrell Malacia returning to the team's starting XI against Norwegian club FK Bodø/Glimt following his long absence from the pitch due to injury. The UEFA Europa League clash is currently ongoing at Old Trafford.
Tyrell Malacia sustained a knee injury and had to undergo surgeries, which led him to be sidelined for about 18 months, missing 70 games for Manchester United. The Dutch left-back played 45 minutes for the under-21s in an EFL Trophy match against Huddersfield Town on November 12. He was on the bench for the Red Devils' first team in Ruben Amorim’s first match in charge against Ipswich Town on November 24.
Fans flooded social media with posts expressing excitement about Tyrell Malacia's inclusion in Manchester United's starting line-up against Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League. Here are some of the reactions from X:
One fan wrote:
"Long time no see Malacia hoping for the best for him today."
Another added:
"Feels so good seeing Malacia back!! After 550 days!"
"Tyrell Malacia Start Let cook tonight," chimed in another fan.
One account posted:
"Malacia in the starting 11."
Another tweeted:
"I am happy for Malacia and for our team. We have suffered without a proper lb for too long. It affected us."
"Welcome Malacia," posted another.
One user wrote:
"Malacia finally back dawg"
While another wrote:
"Malacia omg"
Tyrell Malacia arrived at Old Trafford from his boyhood club Feyenoord in 2022. Overall, the 25-year-old defender has contributed to 16 clean sheets in 39 appearances across competitions for the Red Devils so far.
Manchester United reportedly keen on signing Liverpool transfer target Milos Kerkez
Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Liverpool transfer target Milos Kerkez, according to German journalist Florian Plettenberg. The 21-year-old left-back is currently playing for Premier League club AFC Bournemouth and his contract there is valid until the summer of 2028.
As per reports, United are keen on acquiring Kerkez's signature as their newly appointed head coach Ruben Amorim is looking to strengthen his squad. Liverpool, on the other hand, reportedly view the former AC Milan player as a long-term replacement for Andy Robertson.
Milos Kerkez, who signed for Bournemouth from AZ Alkmaar in 2023, has made 45 appearances for the club so far while providing three assists.
