Phil Jones, former Manchester United defender, expressed his embarrassment over injuries that hindered his career and offered sympathy to current players Mason Mount and Luke Shaw, both facing significant fitness challenges. Mount has missed 51 matches since joining the club in 2022, while Shaw has endured lengthy absence periods. Jones shared his own experiences of injuries and social media pressures, emphasizing the emotional struggle athletes face when they cannot fulfill their passion for football and the need to prioritize readiness over external expectations.
I feel so sorry for Mason and Luke. I know exactly what they're feeling. For me, it was almost an embarrassed feeling because you're at Man United.
It's difficult to deal with. You have the fans, you have social media, so I can absolutely sympathise with them [Mount and Shaw].
I loved playing football. I didn't do it for any other reason, I just loved playing football like a little kid, and when you can't do something, you have something taken away from you.
Players should only return to action when they feel ready, despite pressure from fans and criticism on social media.
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