Mount's Misfortune Continues: Midfielder Lasts Only 12 Minutes Against Citizens

Mason Mount's struggles with injuries have been a recurring issue since his transfer from Chelsea to Manchester United in the summer of 2023. In the recent derby against Manchester City, Mount was included in the starting lineup but had to leave the pitch after only 12 minutes due to another injury setback.

Although he exited the field unassisted, initial reports suggest that Mount may face another spell away from competitive action. This development forced head coach Rúben Amorim to adjust his tactical plans, bringing on Kobbie Mainoo as Mount's replacement.

Mount, 25, had recently returned to play and was eager to regain his peak form under Amorim's guidance. The coach has previously praised Mount's determination following a series of injuries.

In the previous match against Viktoria Plzeň, Mount delivered a commendable performance and was hopeful of replicating that success against Pep Guardiola's side. Unfortunately, his premature exit thwarted those ambitions.

Since January 2023, during his time at Chelsea, Mount has been unable to complete a full 90 minutes in any match, a situation that appears to have become a persistent challenge.

Manchester United supporters now await further updates to determine the extent of Mount's injury and the number of matches he might miss. The Red Devils are scheduled to face Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Thursday, and Mount's availability remains in doubt.