United loanee can’t catch a break as club boss confirms devastating new injury setback

West Bromwich Albion boss Ryan Mason has confirmed that Manchester United loanee Toby Collyer has suffered a new devastating injury that’s likely to keep him sidelined for weeks. Collyer’s injury woes Collyer has made 12 Championship appearances since joining West Brom from United during the summer transfer window, but he just can’t seem to catch a break in terms of nailing down a consistent run of games with the side. In the early weeks of his loan spell, he had to be content with coming on from the bench and making an impact. He looked good in his cameos and was finally handed a start in West Brom’s 3-0 loss to Millwall in October. He had to wait until later in the month for another start, this time against Preston North End. However, his involvement at home vs. Preston was cut short by an injury sustained shortly after the restart. Collyer was ruled out of action for weeks as he recovered. He only made his return on November 8, featuring in the dying embers of a meeting with Oxford United. He was afforded more minutes in the subsequent clash against Coventry. This, coupled with Jayson Molumby’s dismissal, paved the way for Collyer to return to the XI against Birmingham City on Wednesday. However, after a bright start, the Carrington academy graduate pulled up with another injury after just 10 minutes. After the final whistle, Mason gave an update on Collyer. Mason issues Collyer fitness update Mason said [as quoted by the Express and Star], “It’s a muscle injury, yes. I think it’s challenging for him, it’s disappointing.” “He had a few last season at Man United, that’s why I was very patient with him this season because I wanted to give him the best opportunity to grow into the demands of this league.” “But for something to happen after 10 minutes, it’s disappointing.” “It looks like it (a hamstring issue). We’ll assess him in the next couple of days and see where we’re at with that.” Mason added, “We’ve seen this season – you asked me three or four days ago – do you feel like you’ve got some depth and you’ve got options in there? I’ve been in this game long enough.” “One of our midfielders gets sent off, so he’s out of this game, and the other midfielder gets injured today. You lose players, but that’s all part of football and that’s why you build a squad. That’s why you’ve got 20 players or so players to rely on and utilise.” It’s genuinely unlucky for Collyer. His talent is obvious to everyone, yet he just can’t seem to get the opportunity to prove it. Featured image Stephen Pond via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!