“This play is definitely going to be a problem in the future when we play stronger teams. This play style is so sloppy and underwhelming. It’s a fact that Manchester United fans are not in support of his play style” – This is according to Pundit Sir Jim Ratcliffe as he has stated that Man Utd fans are not in favor of Erig Ten Hag style of play, calling it a clear fact.
Mason Mount reported for injury at halftime during Manchester United’s loss to Brighton.
On the south coast, Brighton defeated United 2-1; Joao Pedro’s header in the 95th minute proved to be the difference. And Mount’s injury worry, which forced him off at the break in favor of Joshua Zirkzee, compounded the sad outcome.
Due to injury, Mount only made 20 appearances across all competitions in the previous season after joining from Chelsea for £55 million. Thanks to preseason training, the 25-year-old was able to start the season completely fit, but Erik ten Hag delivered some terrible news during his press conference following the game.
When Ten Hag was asked why Mount was removed, he responded, “It was forced.” “I did not want to take a chance since he had a problem and expressed a problem. I am not sure how serious of a concern that is right now.
“However, our bench is strong. We can see Josh had a fantastic game, so if you can bring Zirkzee, do not think twice about taking him off. Instead, bring a guy with effect.” Although the severity of Mount’s hit is yet unknown, he is questionable for United’s next game at Old Trafford against Liverpool on Sunday.
Danny Welbeck’s tap-in from Kaoru Mitoma’s cross put Brighton ahead 1-0 at the break, maybe forcing Ten Hag to make a change nevertheless. Following Zirkzee’s introduction, United equalized in the second half, using the player who had scored the game’s winning goal against Fulham the previous weekend.
