Amorim backs £55m Man Utd ace to shine in key role, he has played only 414 minutes this season
Manchester United registered another Premier League loss on Tuesday evening, losing 1-0 to Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.
Anthony Elanga’s stunning solo strike was enough to pile more misery on his former club.
United head coach Ruben Amorim made several attacking changes in the second half, but his remained elusive of scoring an equaliser.
Mason Mount made his first appearance for the club since December 15 after coming on for Joshua Zirkzee in the 78th minute.
Amorim expressed unwavering faith in Mount’s ability to flourish in the number 10 role, citing his past success in Chelsea’s 3-4-3 system.
He said after the game (via ManUtd.com): “If you look at the history of Mason Mount, he played in this system many times, especially in Chelsea, he played left-hand, right-hand [side].
“So I think it’s a very good position for him.”
The 26-year-old nearly scripted a dream return, seizing on a poor clearance from Nikola Milenkovic at the edge of the box.
His curling strike had the goalkeeper beaten, but the ball agonisingly whistled past the post by mere inches.
A goal would have been the perfect way to announce his comeback, but Amorim remains confident that Mount will be a vital cog in United’s attack.
Having excelled in a similar role at Chelsea, Mount possesses the intelligence and creativity to be a game-changer for the Portuguese coach.
Injuries have curtailed his game time since his arrival to Old Trafford in July 2023.
The £55 million signing has merely seen 414 minutes of action due to several injuries this campaign.
It is crucial for Mount to stay fit for the remainder of the season, especially due to loan exits of Marcus Rashford and Antony.
Amorim bemoaned the ‘lack of quality‘ in United’s attack after the game.
Mount has the tools to breathe life into United’s forward play, his movement and vision offering a much-needed spark in the final third.
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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .