"Mount has to fight to get his place back"

Mason Mount is been another player in the spotlight, with the 24-year-old midfielder struggling to make an impression since his £55 million switch from Chelsea in July.

Mount made his first start since early October in the 3-0 League Cup defeat to Newcastle on November 1 but was back on the bench against Fulham and Copenhagen, with questions being asked about his role in the side. However, Ten Hag said there had been no change in his expectations of the player.

"It hasn't changed at all," he said. "He started the season and then he got injured. It's the worst moment for a new player to get injured because it stops the integration process. That was definitely a setback for us all and for him now he has to fight to get his place back."

United's midweek defeat came at an extra cost as Jonny Evans limped off early after pulling up off the ball. The 35-year-old, who has been a regular starter in recent weeks, has been ruled out of the Luton match, adding to Ten Hag's defensive woes.

 

November 10, 2023