Mason Mount Set to Join Manchester United Despite Mauricio Pochettino’s Desperate Attempts to Keep Him at Chelsea
Mason Mount is on the brink of joining Manchester United, despite Mauricio Pochettino’s desperate attempts to keep him at Chelsea. The 24-year-old was at Carrington on Monday to complete a medical with United before a £55m move to Old Trafford. Chelsea rejected three offers from United before accepting an offer that could rise to as much as £60m.
Mount was convinced to join United over the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal by Ten Hag’s appreciation of his game. The midfielder was said to be taken aback by the Dutchman’s in-depth knowledge of his ability.
Mount’s Chelsea Career
Mount has been a key player for Chelsea since his debut in 2018, and has gone on to become a two-time Chelsea Player of the Year. He emerged from the club’s academy, and has been a regular starter for the Blues in recent seasons.
Mount was aggrieved that players around him – as well as a host of new signings – were instantly handed higher salaries. This led to the midfielder deciding to leave the club, despite Pochettino’s attempts to keep him at Stamford Bridge.
Pochettino’s Appointment
Chelsea fans had hoped that Pochettino’s appointment at the club would help to persuade Mount to stay. The Argentine is said to be a huge admirer of the England international, and Mount appeared a perfect fit for the high-energy football that Pochettino is associated with.
Fabrizio Romano says Pochettino was desperate to keep Mount at the club and hoped he would change his mind on leaving once he made it clear that he was part of his plans. However, the ‘damage’ had already been done by Chelsea’s refusal to hand Mount a significant wage increase during contract negotiations.
Manchester United Move
Mount is now set to join Manchester United, with the deal expected to be announced in the coming days. He will become Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s fourth signing of the summer, following the arrivals of Donny van de Beek, Alex Telles and Facundo Pellistri.
The midfielder will add much-needed creativity and energy to United’s midfield, and will provide competition for the likes of Paul Pogba, Bruno Fernandes and Donny van de Beek.
Conclusion
Mason Mount is set to join Manchester United despite Mauricio Pochettino’s desperate attempts to keep him at Chelsea. The 24-year-old was aggrieved that players around him – as well as a host of new signings – were instantly handed higher salaries, leading to his decision to leave the club. He will become Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s fourth signing of the summer, and will add much-needed creativity and energy to United’s midfield.