Christian Eriksen Praises Man Utd’s Summer Move for Mason Mount
England international Mason Mount joined Manchester United from Chelsea this summer and Christian Eriksen has praised the move, feeling the Englishman can help the Red Devils land more trophies.
United won the Carabao Cup last term in Erik ten Hag’s first season as manager and are targeting more silverware when the 2023-24 campaign gets underway.
Mount’s Move to Man Utd
Mount is a player who has played in big finals and helped Chelsea win the Champions League in 2021, assisting Kai Havertz for the only goal in a 1-0 win over Manchester City as the Blues lifted the trophy for the second time ever.
Mount came through Chelsea’s academy – but following a contract dispute with the Blues – he swapped west London for Old Trafford this summer.
The 24-year-old signed a five-year deal with the option of a further 12 months at the start of July after United agreed a fee of an initial £55m with Chelsea.
Eriksen’s Praise for Mount
Eriksen has now shared his thoughts on United’s move for the midfielder and has spoken about his first few weeks as a Red Devil.
‘I think he’s been taken very good care of,’ Eriksen told the United website when asked about Mount.
‘I think, already, he doesn’t seem like he’s that new. I think he mingles in very well and fits in and is playing well.
‘I mean I think everyone knows his qualities and he’s definitely a player that will add to our team in a very positive way.
‘I definitely hope he will bring that [experience] and I’m sure he will. Like you said, he’s been in finals and he’s won them. So that’s what you want to be as a footballer. Now the aim is he can win something with us as well.’
Mount’s Impact at Man Utd
Mount has already made an impact at United, scoring three goals in his first five games for the club. He has also provided two assists and has quickly become a fan favourite at Old Trafford.
The former Chelsea star has also brought a winning mentality to United, having won multiple trophies with the Blues, including the Champions League in 2021.
Mount is now looking to help United win their first Premier League title since 2013 and his experience of winning big games could be invaluable to the Red Devils.
Eriksen believes Mount can help United win more trophies and it remains to be seen if the Englishman can have a similar impact at Old Trafford as he did at Stamford Bridge.