Manchester United's Mason Mount was forced to leave the pitch after just 14 minutes during the highly anticipated Manchester derby against Manchester City. The English midfielder, who has been plagued by injuries since his transfer from Chelsea in 2023, signaled to the bench that he could not continue, prompting an immediate substitution.
Mount, who joined Manchester United on a five-year deal worth an initial £55 million, has struggled to maintain fitness throughout his tenure at Old Trafford. His latest setback came as a blow to both the player and the team, with manager Ruben Amorim expressing concern over Mount's recurring injury issues. "It's unfortunate for Mason," Amorim stated. "He's a talented player, and we hope for a swift recovery."
The match, which marked Amorim's first derby as United's boss, saw Mount replaced by Kobbie Mainoo. As Mount made his way off the field, he was consoled by teammates, including captain Bruno Fernandes and forward Rasmus Hojlund. Former United star and Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville commented on the situation, noting that Mount appeared "demoralized" as he exited the pitch.
This incident adds to Mount's challenging start to the 2024/25 season, having already missed three games due to a hamstring issue under former manager Erik ten Hag. Despite featuring in all seven of Amorim's matches since November, Mount's persistent injuries have limited his impact on the team.
Fans and analysts alike are now left wondering about the extent of Mount's latest injury and its implications for the remainder of the season.
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