Manchester United are optimistic about the availability of Mason Mount and Raphaël Varane for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Burnley. The duo has returned to training after recovering from their respective injuries but was not fit enough to travel to Germany for the Champions League match against Bayern Munich, which ended in a 4-3 defeat.

The potential return of Mount and Varane will undoubtedly provide a boost to the team. However, there are concerns about the fitness of two other players, Luke Shaw and Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Shaw has been sidelined with a muscle problem since the defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in August, and sources suggest he may not return before the international break in November, meaning he could face at least two more months on the sidelines.

Wan-Bissaka, who suffered a hamstring injury against Brighton, is also expected to miss several weeks of action, and there are fears that his absence could extend to more than two months. This further complicates United’s defensive situation.

The upcoming match against Burnley is crucial for Manchester United, who are currently on a run of three consecutive defeats in all competitions and have lost four out of their six games this season. The team has struggled defensively, conceding 12 goals in their last four matches, including at least three goals in their past three outings.

United will be hoping for a positive result against Burnley as they aim to turn their season around and regain momentum. The potential returns of Mount and Varane could provide a much-needed boost, but the absence of Shaw and Wan-Bissaka will pose challenges in defense.