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Manchester United’s head coach, Ruben Amorim, has reaffirmed his admiration for Mason Mount as the midfielder nears a return from a three-month injury layoff. Mount, who limped off during December’s Manchester derby at the Etihad Stadium, had initially impressed Amorim in the early weeks of his tenure. However, his latest setback is part of a frustrating 19 months for the former Chelsea star, who has managed only 22 Premier League appearances for United since his £55 million move.
Amorim, who has previously expressed his “love” for Mount, reiterated his fondness for the 26-year-old England international during his pre-match press conference ahead of Sunday’s clash against Leicester City. Mount is expected to return to the squad after resuming training, but Amorim emphasized caution in managing his comeback.
“I really love Mason Mount,” Amorim said. “I’ve seen how much he’s suffered and how he’s tried to do everything right—his diet, his physical condition, everything is perfect. Maybe he’s trying too hard, overthinking things. He’s a European champion and a true talent. When a player gives everything like he does, he’ll always have the full support of the club. We’ll manage his workload carefully.”
Amorim hinted that Mount will likely start on the bench, acknowledging the need to gradually reintroduce him to the pitch. “We need players like Mason Mount. He’ll probably be on the bench, but even five minutes from him can make a difference.”
Mount’s return comes after a season plagued by injuries, limiting him to just 403 minutes of football across all competitions. His persistent thigh issue followed an earlier hamstring problem, making it a challenging campaign for the midfielder.
The United boss also addressed the team’s broader injury concerns and the toll of their busy schedule. “With multiple competitions, rotation is crucial,” Amorim explained. “Players like Casemiro are exhausted, and we didn’t want to risk [Manuel] Ugarte in the last game. Mason Mount will return slowly, and Kobbie Mainoo might be back in a few weeks. Harry Maguire is another player we’re being cautious with.”
Looking ahead, Amorim highlighted the physical demands of upcoming fixtures, particularly the Europa League quarter-final against Lyon and the congested Premier League schedule. “Every game is demanding, and we need all our players ready,” he added.
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