Key Man United ace could make his first start of 2025 vs Brentford, he returned from injury last month

Manchester United are set to battle Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium in the Premier League today.

With one eye firmly on Thursday’s Europa League showdown, manager Ruben Amorim is expected to ring in the changes.

The Red Devils hold a commanding 3-0 lead over Athletic Bilbao heading into the second leg of the semi-finals at Old Trafford.

We believe Mason Mount could make his long-awaited return to the starting XI against the Bees.

The 26-year-old has not started a game since December 2024, when he was forced off just 14 minutes in due to injury.

Given that Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho are almost guaranteed starters for the European clash, Amorim is likely to rest the dynamic duo today.

Amad Diallo recently made his comeback from an ankle injury, but throwing him into the starting line-up just four days before such a high-stakes encounter would be a huge risk.

Mount could occupy one of the number 10 positions to support the striker, with Kobbie Mainoo partnering him in midfield.

This will allow Bruno Fernandes to enjoy a well-earned breather.

Since his return in April, Mount has been cautiously eased back into action by Amorim, mostly as a second-half substitute.

The club are treading carefully as another injury setback is the last thing either party needs at this point.

Despite having just one year remaining in his deal with Chelsea, United splashed £55 million to sign him in the summer of 2023.

His career at United has failed to take off due to multiple injuries and his recent cameos have also lacked spark.

A strong finish to the 2024-25 campaign could be a perfect way for him to plot a resurgence next term.

Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .