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Sports · Soccer · published 2026-08-29 · via The Athletic

Mount Faces Pivotal Season at United After Injury-Plagued Start

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Mason Mount has played only 2,833 minutes in Manchester United's No. 7 shirt since joining in 2023, missing 71 matches through injury. Coach Michael Carrick believes the 27-year-old can still be influential, but another knock has already delayed his season debut. This campaign is widely seen as critical for Mount to prove his worth at Old Trafford.

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Mount’s transfer from Chelsea in July 2023 cost up to £60 million, yet his time at Old Trafford has been defined by absence. He has logged 72 appearances but missed 71 matches through injury, managing just 2,833 minutes while wearing the iconic No. 7 shirt previously held by Cantona, Best, Ronaldo, and Beckham. His output stands at seven goals and two assists

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