Manchester United are optimistic about signing 24-year-old Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount amid competition from Liverpool.
According to a report by Football Insider, Manchester United are confident about securing the signing of Mason Mount. The 24-year-old midfielder’s future is uncertain, and he could be on the move in the summer. Meanwhile, he is a target for Liverpool, with Chelsea likely to demand £70 million to secure his services.
Mount has been at Chelsea since his childhood days. He has gone up the ranks and established himself as an integral part of their first team setup. The England international played an important part in their Champions League triumph a few seasons back.
While the team struggled in the 2022/23 season, the 24-year-old did his bit with nine goal contributions in his 35 outings. Injuries did cause a bit of trouble to Mount, but he still remains an integral part of their first team setup despite all the new signings that have arrived of late.
Mount’s contract at the club runs out in the summer of 2024. Chelsea have tried to extend his stay at the club but they have not tasted success yet. The England international wants pay parity with the highest earners of the club. But the Blues are not willing to offer him such a contract.
Chelsea’s new boss Mauricio Pochettino is a big admirer of Mount and wants him to stay at the club. However, it looks unlikely that the 24-year-old will sign a new deal in the coming weeks. And, with just over a year left in his deal, the Blues will look to offload him as they will not risk losing out on him for free in the following summer window.
As per the report, a fee close to £70 million will be enough to prise the 24-year-old away from Chelsea. Meanwhile, Liverpool and Manchester United are keen on having him in their ranks. The Merseyside club are looking for a midfield overhaul in the summer and have their eyes on Mount.
The 24-year-old could help the cause of Jurgen Klopp, who is looking to revive his team with multiple signings in the centre of the park. Meanwhile, Manchester United are confident they can beat Liverpool in their pursuit of the England international. Erik ten Hag is keen on bolstering his midfield to be competitive enough in both the Premier League and Champions League.
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Mount’s arrival will give the Dutch manager multiple options to play with, and he will have enough quality in his rotations. While the player is yet to decide about his future, Manchester United seem confident about securing his services.
