Manchester United’s pursuit of Mason Mount has been a hot topic in the football world this summer. The Red Devils have made the Chelsea star their number one transfer target, but negotiations have yet to yield a breakthrough, despite three separate offers being made. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the situation and explore Jermaine Pennant’s thoughts on the matter.
Man United’s Pursuit of Mason Mount
According to reports, Man United’s latest offer for Mount was worth around £55 million, but it was turned down by Chelsea. Despite this setback, the Red Devils remain confident of striking a deal for the 22-year-old midfielder.
However, talkSPORT understands that Erik ten Hag’s side are now looking at other targets, including Brighton star Moises Caicedo. This suggests that Man United’s pursuit of Mount may not be as straightforward as they had hoped.
Jermaine Pennant’s Thoughts on the Matter
Former Liverpool and Arsenal winger Jermaine Pennant recently shared his thoughts on Man United’s pursuit of Mount. Speaking to talkSPORT, he said: “He’s in the last year of his contract but also, he’s a fantastic player. If we’re talking about the figures that have been thrown about, £120 million for Bellingham, £100 million for Declan Rice, I think Chelsea are right to hold out for more, for his value.”
Pennant believes that Chelsea are right to hold out for Mount’s true value, rather than being pressured into selling on the cheap due to his contract situation. He also thinks that Man United are trying to be “a little bit cheeky” by attempting to sign him for a lower price than he is worth.
“I like to put things in perspective,” Pennant continued. “If you’re looking at £50 million for James Ward-Prowse, who is getting valued at that in the Championship at Southampton, £55 million for Mount would be a steal, a bargain in my eyes. Attacking minded players are always valued that little bit higher as well, so Chelsea are holding out for the right value and I think that Manchester United are just trying to be a little bit cheeky to get him as cheap as chips.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, Man United’s pursuit of Mason Mount has been ongoing for some time now, but negotiations have yet to yield a breakthrough. While the Red Devils remain confident of striking a deal, Chelsea are holding out for the midfielder’s true value, rather than being pressured into selling on the cheap. Jermaine Pennant believes that Man United are trying to be “a little bit cheeky” by attempting to sign Mount for a lower price than he is worth. It remains to be seen whether the two clubs will be able to come to an agreement, but one thing is for sure – Mount is a highly sought-after player who would be a valuable addition to any team.