Mason Mount Injury Woes Continue as Potential Return Date Uncertain

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Describing Mason Mount’s start at Manchester United as a disaster would be an understatement.

Despite being a £60m signing from Chelsea last summer, the midfielder requires additional time to acclimate to Old Trafford, leaving a less-than-favorable impression on both manager Erik ten Hag and the club’s supporters.

The 24-year-old’s situation has escalated, as he faces a period on the sidelines due to a recent injury setback that forced him to miss Manchester United’s recent triumph over Everton.

As Mount’s challenging period at Manchester United persists, let’s examine the potential date for his return to the team.

Mount has faced injury challenges this season, extending from his time with Chelsea. After concluding the previous campaign on the sidelines, he missed five games between August and September this season.

Despite his recovery, the England international has struggled to secure a consistent spot in Ten Hag’s starting lineup, often finding himself on the bench in both Premier League and European competitions.

Given the absence of Christian Eriksen and Casemiro, there was a prime opportunity for Mount to establish himself in the starting lineup. Unfortunately, he suffered a calf strain in training, forcing him to miss the clash with Everton. While the exact recovery timeframe is uncertain, there are concerns at Man Utd that he could be sidelined for approximately a month, posing a race against time to return before the year’s end.

Discussing Mount’s challenges before the recent injury setback, Ten Hag noted the impact of injuries on the team’s form, particularly in the back four, affecting the balance in midfield and the front players.

If Mount faces an extended period on the sidelines, it may hinder his progress at Old Trafford and present selection challenges for Ten Hag in upcoming matches due to limited midfield options.

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