As Manchester United prepares for their Premier League match against West Ham, they are contending with injuries to several first-team players. Currently, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, and Mason Mount are confirmed to be unavailable, which poses a challenge for interim manager Michael Carrick. However, the team's situation is not as dire as it may seem, as other key players have returned to training, providing some relief for the squad.

Mason Mount, in particular, is recovering from a minor injury sustained during a pre-match training session prior to United's win over Fulham. While there is optimism about his recovery, Mount is expected to miss the upcoming clash against West Ham and is instead targeting a return for the following fixture against Everton. Carrick is cautious about rushing Mount back into action, looking to ensure he is fully fit before risking his involvement in the game against West Ham.

The squad's injury updates come as Manchester United aims to extend their winning streak to five matches in the Premier League. The availability of other players returning to form provides hope that they can continue their positive momentum despite the absences. This match against West Ham is critical as they seek to solidify their position in the league, making the management of player fitness and injuries all the more important as the season progresses.