Published 06:00 2 May 2024 GMT+1

Thomas Tuchel has already made his feelings clear on Mason Mount ahead of a potential move to Manchester United this summer.

Pressure is mounting on Erik ten Hag amid an extremely underwhelming season at Old Trafford.

Man United have lost a staggering 12 league games and were knocked out of the Champions League at the group stage round.

Ten Hag, however, could salvage the campaign with a win over Manchester City in this month's FA Cup final.

But it appears the board are looking at replacing Ten Hag at the end of the season.

A shortlist of managerial candidates to replace the Dutch boss has emerged online, which features a shock name.

Tuchel, formerly of Chelsea, continues to be linked with taking charge of Man United as he's set to leave his role at Bayern Munich.

If the Red Devils do indeed sack the 54-year-old and subsequently appoint the German boss, then Mount could be a key player under his tutelage.

That's judging by his assessment of the 25-year-old when he coached him at Stamford Bridge.

Speaking in 2021, Tuchel said: "He has the full package. Mentally, in terms of talent and physically and the most important part is his character, he has his feet on the ground and he's a nice guy.

"He comes to Cobham [Chelsea's training ground] every day to learn something new and have new experiences.

"It's a pleasure to have him, be at his side and guide him and support him. It's impressive, he's not affected by all the praise. This is maybe the most important part.

"He seems to be a guy who likes the sport and feels an obligation to make the most out of it and he wants it absolutely badly, so it's a top mix."

Mount left Chelsea for Man United last summer in an initial transfer of £55 million.

He's endured a difficult debut season at the club, making just 18 appearances in all competitions, having been blighted with a series of injuries.

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