Mason Mount’s transition to a new position in the team’s midfield will likely take some time, according to Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag.

The Chelsea player who joined United in the summer is expected to play a more significant role than he did at Stamford Bridge, but he possesses all the skills necessary to succeed in the system that Ten Hag believes can help United contend for titles once more this season.The manager compared the situation to Christian Eriksen joining the Reds last summer, when the Danish international changed his style to become an important midfield player in his debut season. Ten Hag press conference before the match against TottenhamMount made his professional debut against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday, and he’ll likely make another appearance against them on Saturday afternoon when they travel to Tottenham.The manager said of his new hire, “I think he can [play deeper].” “I’m sure we will get it [right], but it’s not coming overnight and [if it] was easier then everyone could do it,” the player said. “We have already seen it in pre-season, but it’s what I’ve said, definitely we have to work on many aspects of our game.”Mount is famed for his pressing skills and has also played farther forward for England, but Ten Hag has a clear strategy in mind for how to get the best performance out of the 24-year-old.”Christian Eriksen, last season, came in and had the same,” said Erik. For the first time in his life, he had a more significant role, one that involved both Mason’s and Christian’s ambition.He desires to be more versatile as a result. That is how I view football, but as I said, it won’t happen right away. Although there is a procedure we must follow, he is incredibly game-smart.He possesses technical know-how and a keen eye for the ball. He is adept at handling the ball. Don’t overlook the dynamics he possesses. He possesses the mindset. Therefore, everything is in place to make it happen.MOUNT NO.7 SHIRT ADCARDAt the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, a pivotal midfield duel that could determine whether the game is won or lost should take place.James Maddison, a high-profile acquisition from Leicester City, has joined Spurs, and Yves Bissouma performed admirably in the 2-2 draw with Brentford.In an effort to exert more control over the engine room against Wolves, United substituted Christian Eriksen and Scott McTominay. Of course, Eriksen might play his old team this weekend.