In the competitive world of football, resilience is often the key to triumph. For Mason Mount, the 26-year-old midfielder at Manchester United, this resilience is now being tested as he looks to revive his career after a series of frustrating injuries.
Since joining Manchester United in July 2023, Mount has managed to appear in just 33 matches for the club. His journey has been hindered by injuries that have consistently kept him from fully integrating into the team’s rhythm. His latest setback was a leg injury suffered on December 15, 2024, during a critical 2-1 victory against Manchester City. This injury sidelined him for months, but hope returned as he was named in the matchday squad against Leicester City on March 16, 2025. Although he remained on the bench for that match, his inclusion was a positive sign of a potential comeback.
Recent remarks from Manchester United's head coach, Ruben Amorim, indicate that he sees great potential in Mount. Amorim, who took over as head coach in November 2024, has openly expressed his admiration for Mount. "I really love Mason Mount," he stated last week, emphasizing the midfielder’s dedication and the personal struggles he has faced due to injuries. "I know how he does everything right - he eats right, his physical aspect is perfect. He’s trying too much. Maybe he is thinking too much about everything," Amorim added, showing a deep understanding of Mount's plight.
Amorim believes that with the right management, Mount can recover the form that once earned him a European championship title with England. "You saw players who had a lot of problems in time but they can then stay fit, and I believe a lot in Mason Mount. We need players like Mason Mount," he asserted, indicating his commitment to helping Mount rediscover his best self on the pitch.
One of the strategies Amorim plans to implement is utilizing a 3-4-2-1 formation, a structure that Mount is well familiar with from his successful years at Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel. Amorim highlighted this adaptability, stating that the system would allow Mount to shine in a No.10 role, a position he has already played multiple times since joining United. Before his injury, Mount made six appearances under Amorim, starting three times in that attacking midfield position.
Despite the encouraging words from Amorim, there is still skepticism surrounding Mount’s impact at Manchester United. Former club captain Roy Keane voiced his doubts back in May 2023, shortly after Mount’s signing. He remarked, "I wouldn't be hanging my hat too much on Mason Mount, in terms of improving United and closing the gap. I think he's a good player but would he improve Manchester United? I’m not so sure." These words have lingered as Mount battles to prove his worth at the club.
As Mount prepares to return to action, the stakes are high. He faces the dual challenge of dispelling the doubts cast by critics like Keane and revitalizing his career under the mentorship of Amorim. For Mount, this represents a significant opportunity, one that he evidently longs for deeply. Amorim noted, "You can look in his eyes that he wants this so bad. And this is the most important thing for me."
The prospect of a clean slate and a fresh start under Amorim may ultimately prove to be the turning point Mount so desperately needs. As he gears up for the upcoming matches, the United faithful will be watching closely to see if he can finally deliver on the high expectations that accompanied his arrival at the club.
With his past achievements hinting at untapped potential, it seems that Mount’s journey is far from over. Whether he can rise to the occasion and fulfill the promise that once made him one of England's brightest talents remains to be seen. However, with the supportive words of Amorim and the promise of a system tailored to his strengths, there is renewed hope that the best days for Mason Mount at Manchester United are yet to come.
