Mkhitaryan came off injured during the Red Devils’ 1-0 victory over Tottenham on Sunday that moved United to within six points of the Champions League places.
The Armenia international has been in superb form since being given a run in the side under Mourinho with a great individual effort against Zorya Luhansk in the Europa League and another strike in his last match against Spurs.
United have noticeably improved with Mkhitaryan in the side and Mourinho wants him back as soon as possible.
“Hopefully he can play at Christmas,” said Mourinho in a press conference on Monday. “We believe it’s possible.
“We believe it’s possible. When I saw him on the stretcher, I thought it was more difficult; when I watch the tackle on TV, I was a bit scared, but no.
“It’s a pity, because he’s going to miss matches in his best period, but at least we won’t lose a player for so long.”
Mourinho has also heaped praise on the 27-year-old’s attitude and character after being left out of the side earlier on in the season.
“We bought him because I liked the player but he needed a period of adaptation and he was a great pro,” Mourinho added.
“Maybe someone else would find excuses or blame the manager like many players now.
“He was quiet, closed his mouth and waited for his opportunity.”
Source: Football365
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