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.Erik ten Hag has publicly defended Mason Mount amid criticism following a challenging first season at Manchester United. Mount, who joined from Chelsea in a £60m transfer, faced difficulties largely due to injuries, limiting his impact on the pitch. Despite these setbacks, Ten Hag emphasized that it is unfair to judge Mount’s performance solely based on his injury-plagued season.

Ten Hag expressed confidence in Mount’s potential to contribute significantly to the team once fully fit. He highlighted Mount’s versatility, noting that the midfielder can play multiple roles, including as a creative force, a deeper-lying playmaker, or even from the flanks. Ten Hag believes Mount’s ability to adapt to various positions will be a valuable asset for Manchester United as they aim to compete at the highest levels.

Mount’s previous form, particularly during the 2021/22 season with Chelsea, where he was involved in 29 goals, underscores his potential. With a full pre-season and time to recover, Ten Hag is optimistic that Mount will become a key player for United in the upcoming season.