I’m not in any means trying to attack Ten Hag because in football anything can happen but this particular player that He is still using will cost Him His job soon”, Pep Guardiola urge Ten Hag to stop using £60m Man united star of He really wants to compete with big boys this season
Manchester United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, has defended Mason Mount amidst criticism following a challenging first season at Old Trafford. Mount, who joined from Chelsea in a £60m transfer last summer, struggled to make a significant impact due to injuries. Over 20 appearances, he managed just one goal and one assist.
Mount’s final season with Chelsea was also marred by a pelvic bone injury that required surgery. Unfortunately, his Manchester United debut was plagued by further injuries, including a calf problem that sidelined him for about four months.
Despite these setbacks, Ten Hag urges fans to withhold judgment on Mount’s performance, emphasizing that injuries were a major factor. “You can’t judge his season because he was injured,” Ten Hag said. “When he’s fit, he will be a valuable asset for us, bringing versatility and helping the team in various positions.”
Ten Hag highlighted Mount’s potential to play multiple roles within the team. As a creative midfielder, Mount was known for his goal-scoring ability, as demonstrated in the 2021/22 season when he contributed 29 goals and assists in 53 matches. His versatility means he can cover for Bruno Fernandes in the ‘number 10’ role or drop deeper into an ‘8’ position. Additionally, Mount can play from the flanks or even as a ‘false 9’.
With a full pre-season under his belt after missing international duties since the 2022 World Cup, Mount has shown up early for training at Carrington. Ten Hag remains optimistic about his contributions this season, believing that once fully fit, Mount will be instrumental in United’s quest to compete at the highest levels.
