By Jamie Spencer Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia made his first competitive appearance in 17 months on Tuesday night, representing the club’s Under-21 side in the EFL Trophy. Malacia hasn’t played for United since May 2023 because of a long-term knee injury, enduring setbacks following an initial surgery and having to start over his rehab process. His last appearance of any kind came for the Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League semi-final in June of last year. The 25-year-old returned to some training in September, with United staff exercising caution given the length of his absen…