Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount’s injury woes show no signs of abating as he consults with a specialist regarding his latest muscular problem. The 24-year-old England international, who joined United from Chelsea in the summer of 2023, has endured a frustrating time at Old Trafford thus far, with persistent fitness issues limiting his impact.
Mount’s United Career Hampered by Injuries
Since arriving at United, Mount has struggled to string together a run of consistent performances, largely due to his inability to stay fit. In his 18 months at the club, the midfielder has only managed to complete 90 minutes on a single occasion, a testament to the frequency and severity of his injury setbacks.
Latest Setback Against Manchester City
Mount’s most recent injury occurred just 14 minutes into the Manchester derby on Sunday, when he was forced off the pitch with a muscle problem. The midfielder’s visible distress as he left the field underscored the emotional toll these repeated setbacks have taken on him.
He’s really sad and in the dressing room he was really really sad so we need to help him.
– Ruben Amorim, Manchester United head coach
Specialist Consultation and Recovery
In an effort to get to the root of Mount’s persistent injury troubles, United have sent the midfielder to see a specialist. Head coach Ruben Amorim emphasized the importance of finding a better way to manage Mount’s recovery and workload, given the demanding schedule and travel requirements of top-flight football.
- Mount unavailable for Carabao Cup quarterfinal against Tottenham
- Specialist consultation to determine severity and recovery timeline
- Amorim stresses need to optimize recovery for injury-prone players like Mount and Luke Shaw
Garnacho Returns, Rashford’s Future Uncertain
As Mount grapples with his latest injury, United welcomed the return of Alejandro Garnacho to the squad. The young Argentine winger, who was axed from the team against City along with Marcus Rashford, has impressed Amorim with his response in training. However, Rashford’s future at the club appears less certain, with the striker recently suggesting he may seek a new challenge away from Old Trafford.
For Mason Mount, the focus now shifts to his recovery and finding a way to put his injury woes behind him. As one of England’s most promising midfielders, Mount undoubtedly has the talent to be a key figure for both club and country. However, he must first overcome the physical challenges that have thus far defined his time at Manchester United.
