Porter commented on Mount: West Ham midfielder recovery and Manchester United s challenge

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Potter praised Mount, saying that the midfielder "is a pleasure to work with him."

Potter was not surprised by Mount's stunning performance in the UEFA Cup, but he hoped Mount's recovery would not continue until West Ham's match against Manchester United.

Mount, who played for Porter while coaching Chelsea, missed about 50 games due to injury since he made a controversial transfer to Old Trafford in July 2023.

But in a European showdown with Athletic Bilbao on Thursday night, he came on as a substitute and helped Manchester United turn the game around with two wonderful goals.

Chelsea did not want to lose the local midfielder, but they were unable to reach a new contract with Mount during Porter's short term.

"It's a fun working with him, I have to say that. He's really a very good guy and he's going all out every day," said the West Ham coach.

"He has extraordinary talent. Mount has shown such a abilities in the Champions League against AC Milan. So, I know his strength. I think he may have had a hard time in the past few years because of the situation with Chelsea and the injuries he may have suffered after transferring to a new club."

"But as a player, his quality and quality as a player are at the highest level."

"From my point of view, although I like Mount very much, I hope he will have another one. "I have a lot of respect for Mount as a man and a player. He had a tough time when he was at Chelsea, and I believe he has experienced some difficulties since then." "

"But I know his character, know him as a man, and these experiences will only make him stronger." "

Right back Wan Bissaka joined West Ham United from Old Trafford last summer and will return to his old club as a strong contender for the Hammers Player of the Year."

"I was very impressed by him. I'm not sure if he played at his current level," Porter added.

"I think he's in his current state the best in his career. He's constantly whipping himself. He's a real surprise for us."

"I don't think he's reached the absolute peak yet. He can still improve, he can still get better. It's exciting for him and us."