Manchester United's fans have been dealt a blow as the club confirmed that their English midfielder, Mason Mount, will not be playing in the upcoming Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest. Mount, a critical component of the team's lineup, sustained an injury during the 2-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur the previous weekend. With this setback, he is expected to remain on the sidelines until the international break next month.
In an official statement, Manchester United relayed, "Mason Mount is set to miss Saturday's game against Nottingham Forest due to an injury picked up in last weekend's encounter with Tottenham Hotspur. The small complaint is expected to keep Mount out until the international break next month. The England midfielder has started both of our Premier League games so far this season after making his competitive debut for the club in last week's 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford."
This recent turn of events puts additional pressure on coach Erik ten Hag, who is already grappling with a thinned midfield lineup. United lost Fred to Fenerbahce earlier this summer, and Kobbie Mainoo, a promising youth talent, is also out due to an injury sustained during the pre-season tour in the United States.
With Mount being a pivotal part of both Manchester United and the English national team, his potential absence from England's Euro 2024 qualifier against Ukraine on September 9 further amplifies the impact of his injury. Under Ten Hag's management, Mount was featured prominently in the first two Premier League matches for the Red Devils. However, he has found it challenging to leave a mark on the games.
For instance, during the opening game against Wolverhampton Wanderers, which United narrowly won 1-0, Mount was substituted for Christian Eriksen after playing 68 minutes. Similarly, in the Tottenham Hotspur game, he was swapped out for Facundo Pellistri with just five minutes left.
As Manchester United prepares for their next fixture, it remains to be seen how Ten Hag will adjust his strategies in the absence of key midfielders.
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