Garnacho, Martinez, Van de Beek - Manchester United injury latest & return dates ahead of Brighton

Manchester United are still battling with a number of injuries ahead of Thursday night's trip to Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League.

At the weekend, Erik ten Hag's team returned to winning ways thanks to a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa. Bruno Fernandes scored the only goal of the game as the Reds took a big stride towards Champions League qualification.

United currently sit fourth in the table, seven points ahead of fifth placed Liverpool and two points behind Newcastle in third. The midweek trip to the south coast is the Reds' game in hand over Newcastle and could see them leapfrog the Magpies.

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With plenty at stake for United, Ten Hag will be sweating over the fitness of some of his stars. Below is the latest from the treatment room.

Injury: Ankle/foot

Potential return date: Thursday, May 4 vs Brighton

What Ten Hag has said: "He will return tomorrow [Sunday, April 30] in team training, partially. Then we will have to see when he can return totally in the training, and back into games."

Injury: Foot

Potential return date: Next season

What United have said: "Lisandro Martinez has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after fracturing a metatarsal bone in his foot. However, the Argentinian defender is expected to make a full recovery in time to be ready for the start of next season. While Lisandro’s first season at United has sadly come to a premature end, it will remain a memorable one for the centre-back having made 45 club appearances whilst establishing himself as a firm fan favourite and helping the team to win the Carabao Cup."

Injury: Knee

Potential return date: Unknown

What Van de Beek has said: "I am busy recovering from my