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Henrikh Mkhitaryan scoops goal of the month for December for incredible scorpion kick against Sunderland

Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been awarded December's goal of the month award by Carling for his breathtaking scorpion kick against Sunderland.

Manchester United's midfielder readjusted his body in the air to flick the ball over his own head and past the helpless Jordan Pickford.

The Armenian made a slow start to life in the Premier League but appears to be an important part of Jose Mourinho's side in recent weeks.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been awarded the goal of the month award for his scorpion kicku00a0
Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been awarded the goal of the month award for his scorpion kick
Mkhitaryan scooped the accolade for December and has impressed in recent weeksu00a0
Mkhitaryan scooped the accolade for December and has impressed in recent weeks

The 27-year-old has enjoyed a number of eye-catching displays for a resurgent Manchester United, none more so than against Sunderland.