Manchester United fans believe the forgotten man is already impressing Rubén Amorim in training
Ruben Amorim is preparing for his first game in charge of Manchester United and Mason Mount could play a huge role in his plans.
The newly appointed Red Devils manager has finally taken charge of United, almost three weeks after his appointment. confirmed for the club.
Amorim has taken over a United The team languishes in 13th place in the Premier League table.
Having managed just 15 points from 11 games (scoring 12 goals and conceding as many in the top flight), fans are desperate for the Portuguese manager to turn things around quickly.
He 39 yearsThe first task will be against ipswich at Old Trafford on Sunday, with the Tractor Boys full of confidence after their first win of the season at Tottenham before the international break.
Much has been said about Amorim's preferred option. 3-4-3 formationwhich worked wonders for Sporting Lisbon: they won 164 of their 231 games.
And one man who could benefit from the system is Mountwho has been plagued by setbacks since arriving from Chelsea in a deal worth £60m in July 2023.
Injuries limited him to just 14 league appearances last season, while repeated problems have seen him appear just three times in the top flight this campaign.
Having not played since matchday six in the 3-0 loss to Spurs on September 29, the England The international now seems to be in top form and eager to make a good impression.
And judging by the training footage released on Monday from Amorim's first day, the former Braga coach likes what he sees from the 2021 Champions League winner.
In the video that has been circulating on social media, Mount, and the rest of his teammates, can be seen placing the tough graft during a passing and shooting drill.
At one point, Mount breaks his stomach to get on the end of Tyrell Malacia's pass, before firing a low, precise cross for Amad Diallo to tap into the back of the net.
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That prompted Amorim to shout, “Nice move Mase,” and Mount then scored himself in the next clip.
Racing into the box, Mount got on the end of a delivery to fire a half-volley into the top left corner from six yards.
The camera then panned to Amorim, who watched intently before flashing a smile in what appeared to be a sign of approval.
And United fans couldn't help but comment on Amorim's praise for Mount, as one X user posted: “Mount is a top player. No surprise Amorim likes him.”
Another message: “Mount is one of the best attacking midfielders, Ten Hag just couldn't get him into the team.”
A third added: “Ride the redemption arc, I'm there man.”
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This fan then commented: “A trainer who uses Mason Mount correctly is a trainer who will probably do well. Let's hope.”
Meanwhile, this follower said: “One thing Mason will always give you is movement, he never stops moving.”
One of them simply said: “Mason Mount impresses any verified football eye.”
If Mount were named in the line-up to face Ipswich at the Theater of Dreams, it would be his first start in any competition since the Premier League opener against Fulham.
