Mason Mount Delivers Brutal Reality Check on Ruben Amorim's Manchester United Future
Mason Mount defended his coach after Manchester United's 2-0 victory against Sunderland, stating that the Red Devils and Ruben Amorim remain "united" despite ongoing challenges.
The midfielder scored the decisive goal for Man Utd on Saturday at Old Trafford, helping clinch three points in Amorim's 50th game as manager. However, this triumph represents just the Portuguese coach's 19th victory across all competitions since his appointment last November.
Remarkably, the Red Devils have still not managed consecutive Premier League victories under Amorim's leadership, a situation that maintains constant pressure and examination on the manager, particularly following Man Utd's disastrous 2024-25 campaign.
Despite the disappointing run of results and speculation about potentially bringing in Oliver Glasner or Xavi as Amorim's replacement, Mount supported his current coach before the October international break.
"Clearly, throughout this season, we've experienced highs and lows, but we remain united. And we'll stay together with the manager, with the coaching staff, to keep progressing," Mount stated.
Amorim's First 50 Games in Charge of Man Utd Across All Competitions
Result | Tally |
|---|---|
Won | 19 |
Drawn | 12 |
Lost | 19 |
Goals Scored | 78 |
Goals Conceded | 76 |
Win Percentage | 38% |
"I maintain a strong rapport with the manager. I don't believe it's superior to that of my teammates. I think my experience with playing a similar system to his preferred style helps, as I've utilized it previously [at Chelsea]," Mount continued.
"So, understanding the positions and his expectations for the team connects with me because I've experienced it before. I believe that's something I clearly comprehend."
Mount has already equaled his Premier League goal count from his previous two seasons at Man Utd in just seven matches. Now at full fitness, the England international hopes to return to his peak performance that secured him a £55 million ($69.5 million) move from Chelsea in June 2023.
Mount: Man Utd Must Do 'Exactly' What Amorim Asks
Mount maintained his positive outlook for Man Utd's future, highlighting the team's necessity to implement their training methods during actual matches.
"For us, it's simply concentrating on the manager's requirements during training sessions," Mount explained. "And when match time arrives, executing precisely what he requested. And I believe, as demonstrated today, we adhered to our assigned task.
"Everyone fulfilled their duties and obligations and it was a solid display [against Sunderland]. I think during the second half it became somewhat tense and there were moments when we needed to defend. We had to sacrifice our bodies," Mount concluded.
Amorim now has a fortnight to prepare for a match at Anfield scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 19. Should the Red Devils lose to Liverpool, the 40-year-old will officially have more defeats than victories during his time at Man Utd.