'Waiting on you, star boy' - Bruno Fernandes issues supportive message to Kobbie Mainoo as Man Utd youngster offers promising update amid injury struggle

Mainoo picked up the hamstring injury during United’s goalless draw against Aston Villa on October 6. Subsequently, he was forced to pull out of England’s Nations League squad and is expected to remain on the sidelines until the November international break, which could potentially see him miss seven matches with the Red Devils.

Despite the setback, Mainoo shared a hopeful sign of progress on social media. The young player posted an image on Instagram showing him training on the grass, albeit individually, adding the caption: "Be right back". While his full return to team training remains a few weeks away, this post has given fans a glimpse into his recovery process.

United's talismanic midfielder Bruno Fernandes joined the voices of encouragement, responding to Mainoo’s post with, "Waiting on you star boy," offering a heartening message to his young teammate.

In other squad news, veteran defender Jonny Evans was spotted back in training with the team. Evans was sidelined briefly after sustaining a knock, which ruled him out of the recent Europa League clash against Fenerbahce. On Saturday, he resumed group training at Leyton Orient's Gaughan Group Stadium in preparation for United's upcoming match against West Ham. However, Harry Maguire, who also suffered an injury in the same match against Villa on October 6, was absent from training.

Following their trip to Istanbul, United opted to travel directly to the British capital, bypassing their return to Manchester as they are set to take the London Stadium pitch on Sunday. Beyond the weekend clash, United can look forward to a series of four consecutive home games, with six of their next seven fixtures slated for Old Trafford. This extended home run offers a prime opportunity for United to build momentum as they juggle domestic and European obligations.