Brown noted that Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez have been excellent in De Ligt's absence, making it difficult to displace them immediately. However, he insisted that the former Ajax captain remains one of the team's best defenders and will fight hard to get back in the team when fit.
Wes Brown tips De Ligt to return to Man Utd starting XI
Former Manchester United defender Wes Brown believes Matthijs de Ligt will eventually reclaim his starting spot at Old Trafford, praising the Dutchman's quality.