Harry Amass Set to Join Manchester United
Manchester United have struck a compensation agreement with Watford to sign 16-year-old left-back Harry Amass on a four-year deal. The England U16s ace has been a regular throughout the youth ranks with the Hornets and was included in the first-team squad for last season’s FA Cup clash against Reading, though he’s yet to make his debut.
Compensation Fee
United need only to pay a compensation fee to sign the teenager as he’s yet to sign professional terms with the Hornets. It’s clear given the length of the contract on the table that United have high hopes for Amass, who impressed in the youth cup against Arsenal and Everton last term. He was a regular for Watford’s U18s last term and he’s expected to remain at that level at Old Trafford when he arrives.
Frustrated in Mason Mount Bid
United are yet to make a senior signing this summer and have been frustrated in their bid to sign Chelsea star Mason Mount. The Blues have turned down three offers for the midfielder, with the last bid worth £55m, which United feel is their limit given Mount has 12 months remaining on his deal.
Conclusion
Harry Amass is set to become Manchester United’s first signing of the summer after the Red Devils struck a compensation agreement with Watford. The 16-year-old left-back has been a regular throughout the youth ranks with the Hornets and will now join United on a four-year deal. The Red Devils have been frustrated in their bid to sign Chelsea star Mason Mount, with the Blues turning down three offers for the midfielder.