Injury blow for Manchester United as Mason Mount exits PSG friendly

Under an overcast sky at the Gothenburg arena, the Manchester United squad watched anxiously as Mason Mount limped off, the bright spark of the pre‑season suddenly gone, while PSG lingered on the pitch. The scene captured the growing anxiety for Man Utd ahead of the new campaign.

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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick may now face an injury concern of his own after being forced to substitute Mason Mount against Paris Saint‑Germain, a development that could affect his preparation for the season.

Mount has been a bright spark for United during their pre‑season friendlies so far, contributing energy and creativity that fans have come to expect from the midfielder.

The 27‑year‑old left the pitch in Gothenburg on Saturday afternoon in the 20th minute against PSG, with Tyler Fletcher replacing him, a substitution that underscored the seriousness of the discomfort Mount felt.

Since arriving in the summer of 2023, the midfielder has failed to live up to his £55 million price tag, with injuries hampering his efforts and limiting his impact on the field.

Carrick took no chances when Mount departed, noting the discomfort and promising a thorough assessment; the manager may be worried given the player’s injury history and the proximity to the start of the 2026/27 season.

United will kick‑off their campaign against newly‑promoted Hull City on August 22, a match that now carries added significance as the club monitors Mount’s recovery.

Further updates, pictures and video will be provided as the story develops, with Sport promising to keep fans informed of any new developments.