The Netherlands international has not played a competitive game since May last year after undergoing surgery for a knee concern.

He has had multiple setbacks along the way, but he is now on the cusp of returning to first-team duties with the Red Devils.

Malacia has been involved in team training for some point of time and Voetbal International claim that he is ready to feature.

The Dutchman won't be involved in the Premier League clash against Brentford , but could return by the end of the month.

The news is a big boost for the Red Devils, who have been dependent on Diogo Dalot from the left-back role this campaign.

Dalot has been inconsistent from the makeshift role and the return of Malacia as well as Luke Shaw is pretty good news.

Shaw is anticipated to return from a calf injury this month.

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