Manchester United Nearing Deal for Mason Mount from Chelsea
Manchester United is reportedly close to signing Mason Mount from Chelsea after coming close to agreeing on a transfer fee. The Red Devils have already had two bids for the England international turned down, but according to The Mirror, Chelsea is ready to settle at £60m to ensure Mount gets his move. The Blues initially wanted £70m for their two-time player of the year and academy graduate, but with Mount no closer to agreeing on an extension on his contract that expires next summer, Chelsea has been forced to compromise.
Who is Mason Mount?
Mason Mount is a 24-year-old midfielder who has played for Chelsea since breaking into the Blues’ first team in 2019. He has scored 33 goals in his 195 appearances for the club and has a Champions League winners medal to his name. Despite his success, Mount has had inconsistent runs in the squad last season and has failed to sign a new deal with Chelsea.
Manchester United’s Interest in Mason Mount
Manchester United’s interest in Mason Mount is not new. The Red Devils have been eyeing the midfielder for a while now and have already had two bids turned down. However, reports suggest that United has agreed on personal terms with Mount, offering him wages of £200,000-a-week. If the deal goes through, Mount would become the third Chelsea midfielder to leave within the summer window.
Chelsea’s Summer Sales
Chelsea’s summer sales look set to continue with N’Golo Kante already agreeing to leave on a free transfer to join Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Mateo Kovacic is due to join Manchester City in a deal worth up to £30m before his contract expires in a year. Edouard Mendy, Hakim Ziyech, and Callum Hudson-Odoi are also linked with moves to Saudi Arabia.
Conclusion
Manchester United’s move for Mason Mount is a significant one, and if the deal goes through, it would be a massive boost for the Red Devils. Mount is a talented midfielder who has already proven himself in the Premier League and would be a valuable addition to United’s squad. With Chelsea’s summer sales looking set to continue, it remains to be seen who else will leave Stamford Bridge before the transfer window closes.