Manchester United’s injury problems continue as midfielder Mason Mount has been ruled out with another injury setback.
The 25-year-old was sent off at half-time during last weekend’s Premier League defeat to Brighton, and the club confirmed he has to miss a few games early today due to injury.
Mount’s absence is a major blow for United, especially ahead of the crucial Liverpool clash this weekend.
The midfielder had been a key starter in the opening two games of the season, and his injury leaves manager Erik ten Hag with fewer options in the middle of the park.
Mason Mount confirms an injury setback
Mason Mount in a statement about his social networksadmitted the recent injury setback has left him frustrated after working so hard in pre-season to get back into fitness.
He posted the following message:
“During the last match I found a small muscle problem.”
“I’ve looked into it and it looks like I’ll be out for a few games. Before and during pre-season, I worked hard to get my fitness back to where it needed to be and I felt revitalized, sharp and ready.”
“I wanted you to hear directly from me how frustrated I am, as I hope you are too. I will do everything I can to get back to my best form and help the team.”
? Take care and rest well Mason? pic.twitter.com/rJIP6vAhwM
— Mason Mount Fan ??????? ?? (@MasonMounteng) August 29, 2024
Start plagued by injuries at Manchester United
Mount joined Manchester United from Chelsea last summer, but his debut season with the Red Devils was plagued by injuries.
He suffered an injury at the start of the season, which saw him miss six games, and just as he began to return to form, a calf injury sidelined him for four months and caused him to miss 21 games . (Transfer market)
This latest setback adds to United’s growing list of injury concerns. The club has been hampered by injuries since the pre-season, and the loss of Mount adds to the challenges facing Ten Hag.
The Dutchman will be hoping to bounce back from the defeat against Brighton this weekend with a win against United’s arch-rivals Liverpool.
