Here’s what Ten Hag said about Casemiro & Martinez’s coming back from injury

As the season progresses, Eric Ten Hag, the coach, offers insights into the return of key players Casemiro and Lisandro Martinez from their respective injuries, shedding light on their journey back to full fitness.

Casemiro’s Road to Recovery

Casemiro, the influential Brazilian midfielder, has been sidelined since November.

His absence was notably felt during the team’s disappointing 3-0 defeat to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup, a stark reminder of their previous season’s fate.

The midfielder was substituted at half-time during that match due to a hamstring issue, marking the beginning of his recovery journey.

Martinez’s Injury Challenges

Lisandro Martinez’s injury woes date back to April 2023, when he sustained a metatarsal fracture against Sevilla.

Despite making an initial comeback this season, the Argentine defender faced setbacks, requiring further surgery after just six appearances to address the lingering issues.

Ten Hag’s Assessment

“They are a long time back on the grass already, but now they have returned to team training.“

“Not fully but partially, and now they have to make the next steps that, of course, take some days… I think even weeks.”

Eric Ten Hag provided an update on the duo’s progress, indicating their return to team training.

While both players have resumed partial training sessions, Ten Hag emphasized the gradual nature of their recovery process.

He acknowledged that despite being back on the pitch, Casemiro and Martinez still have significant steps to take before reaching full match fitness.

Ten Hag’s cautious approach underscores the importance of patience and ensuring the players’ well-being as they navigate their comeback journey.