After Maguire’s extension: Man United confirm another breaking update this morning live from training

Manchester United fans have enjoyed a hectic morning of updates as they await the club’s return to action in six days’ time.It was confirmed today that Harry Maguire had finally put pen to paper on a new contract to keep him tied to the club until June 2027, with the option of an additional year. Here to stay 💪 pic.twitter.com/Qsa282HyC3 — Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 7, 2026DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYUnited confirm Maguire extension and Lisandro Martinez training returnShortly after, United’s official Twitter/X account revealed that Lisandro Martinez had taken part in a full team training session for the first time since sustaining his injury. ¡Vamos, @LisandrMartinez! United’s no.6 is back in training with the squad! 💪 — Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 7, 2026The fan-favourite has been out of action for two months, having last featured in the 1-1 draw away to West Ham in February.He then proceeded to injure his calf in training, causing him to miss five Premier League matches – as well as Argentina duty over the break.However, Martinez is now doing his utmost to ensure he’s available for the clash with Leeds United. Appearances Starts Injured Minutes played 14 9 16 905 (Martinez’s record in the Premier League this term, courtesy of Transfermarkt)It’ll come as a major boost to Michael Carrick, not least because Maguire is suspended for the contest due to the red card he was shown against Bournemouth last time out.What’s up next for United?Until then, United have taken to Dublin to undergo a training camp in preparation for their final seven matches of the campaign – the home stretch.Champions League qualification is the only goal for Carrick and his men, and they’re undoubtedly one of the favourites to book their spot, sitting third-placed heading into matchweek 32.After Leeds, the Reds will travel to face an out-of-sorts Chelsea side on Saturday, April 18, before hosting Brentford on Monday, April 27.