Eriksen injury latest: Dane 'ahead of schedule' as he returns to squad for Everton clash

And Christian Eriksen is one man they will be keen to have back in action after picking up an injury that has ruled him out since January.

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Eriksen has been one of the key members of the Red Devils' squad this season and his presence has been missed.

The Dane suffered an ankle injury during an FA Cup tie with Reading three months ago and has not played a game since.

After the knock, Man United released a statement that confirmed that he would be out until 'late April or early May'.

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However, the midfielder is now set to make an early return to Erik ten Hag's side just when they need him most.

When will Eriksen return from injury?

Eriksen will be part of the Man United squad this weekend.

The midfielder has returned to full training with the Red Devils almost a month earlier than originally expected.

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Speaking in his press conference on Friday afternoon, the Man United manager said: "The good news is Christian Eriksen is back in training and he will be back in the squad tomorrow.

Ten Hag also commented on the challenge that put Eriksen out of action and admitted he thought the midfielder would be out for the season.

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He said: "I was so angry about that tackle. Thought we lost him for the whole season. It was a really bad tackle.

"He is ahead of schedule. We are very happy with that."

Since signing on a free transfer after spending the second half of last season at Brentford, Eriksen has formed a brilliant partnership with Casemiro in United's midfield.

He has made 31 appearances across all competitions, scoring two goals and providing nine assists.

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So having the Dane back in action could prove to be the difference in the race for a place in the Champions League.