A defensive Leicester side had not set the most rigorous of examinations but the more relevant note of caution was a familiar one. That “potentially” has hung over Jones for too long and the reason, a litany of injuries that has restricted him to 170 appearances for Manchester United in six years, is no mystery. He finished last season in decent shape but it was little surprise when Mourinho signed a competitor for his position, Victor Lindelof, during the summer. Jones needs to make this time count and it was worth paying heed to Mourinho when he said the 25-year-old was “still young, still at a learning age”. Marcus Rashford makes instant impact as Manchester United defeat Leicester Read moreYet the niggling worry remains and Mourinho does not hide it.

Source: The Guardian August 27, 2017 21:22 UTC