Despite Manchester United’s thrilling victory over Burnley in the closing minutes prior to the international break, two important players were injured, leaving Ruben Amorim perspiring.
Early in the first half, Matheus Cunha appeared to have suffered a hamstring injury. He requested to be replaced right away.
Mason Mount was replaced by Kobbie Mainoo for the second half, adding to the head coach’s problems. The Portuguese tactician said after the game that the Englishman had also been knocked.
The Brazilian’s injury is not as severe as first thought, according to the Peoples Person, and a return to the matchday squad is a definite possibility before the Manchester derby next weekend.
Mount injury not as serious
And now, as per Centredevils, even the ex-Chelsea midfielder could be back in time for the clash against Pep Guardiola’s side.
The report states that it is only a “minor” injury, and the 26-year-old has been spending time at Carrington, working out in the gym.
“CentreDevils can exclusively reveal Mason Mount’s injury is not seen as serious and can be considered ‘minor’.
“We can reveal that the 26-year-old is now doing strength and rehabilitation work at the gym while also working on physical motion recovery work.”
Double injury boost
This season, the England international has been playing a significant role both in and out of possession.
Mason Mount has started all three Premier League games for the 20-time English league champions because Amorim is so pleased by his intensity, while new acquisition Benjamin Sesko has taken a watching brief from the bench.
Amorim needs all the support he can get ahead of the Manchester derby, and the former Sporting CP manager would greatly benefit from both of his attacking midfielders getting healthy again.
It will be fascinating to see if he decides to modify the system or stick with the same forward line.
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