Exclusive: Man Utd Set for Decisive Move in Mason Mount Chase - Here's What We Know

Manchester United is set to submit a third bid for Mason Mount, valuing at approximately £55m. However, the club has made it clear that they will abandon their pursuit if Chelsea refuses this offer. Despite having their previous two bids rejected, with the latest including add-ons and totaling £50m, United remains firm on their stance. It is believed that Chelsea is seeking a higher fee of around £65m, but Manchester United has set a financial limit for a player who has just one year remaining on his contract.

United have shown interest in signing West Ham captain Declan Rice and have been discussing the feasibility of a potential deal. Both Manchester City and Arsenal are also keen on acquiring Rice, with reports from Sky in Italy suggesting that City is willing to offer £75m, along with an additional £15m in bonuses spread over two years, to secure the midfielder's services. Italian reporter Gianluca Di Marzio further stated on Thursday evening that Rice's move to City is becoming more likely and there is optimism that an agreement can be reached.

United's ability to allocate a significant portion of their budget towards a single player is hindered by the Financial Fair Play regulations. This constraint is further amplified by their desire to enhance other areas of their team. Consequently, they are exploring various alternatives in midfield. However, potential player sales could potentially bolster their financial capacity for acquisitions.

Why Man Utd want Mount

Erik ten Hag first crossed paths with Mount when he served as the head coach of Ajax. During Mount's loan spell at Vitesse Arnhem, the 18-year-old's impressive free-kick resulted in his team scoring their third goal, leading them to a 3-2 victory over Ajax in March 2018.

At the time, Ten Hag had only been in charge of Ajax for his eighth game, but he reportedly made an attempt to secure Mount's loan move to the Dutch club from Chelsea for the following season. Mount's remarkable performance, which included scoring fourteen goals and providing ten assists in his debut senior football season, primarily playing as a central midfielder, had captured Ten Hag's attention.

Ten Hag appears to be on the verge of securing Mount, as the chances of him staying at Stamford Bridge are slim given his reluctance to sign a new contract. Chelsea recognizes the opportune moment to capitalize on a player who only has one year remaining on his current deal.

'Mount expected to join Man Utd sooner or later'

According to News reporter Mark McAdam, Manchester United is set to make a third bid for Mason Mount, as they have a keen interest in the player. However, it is important to note that United is also keeping tabs on other midfielders, indicating that Mount is not the sole midfielder they are interested in.

Chelsea are seeking approximately £65m for a player who has emerged from their academy and developed within their system. Given his potential and previous prospects at Stamford Bridge, it is comprehensible why Manchester United is interested in acquiring him.

However, the current situation entails Chelsea waiting until they receive the desired sum. Nevertheless, it is highly likely that Mount will become a Manchester United player before the transfer window closes.

'Mount and Man Utd a match made in heaven'

According to News reporter James Savundra on the Transfer Show, Mason Mount's contract talks at Chelsea have not gone as expected, leading to uncertainty about his future with the club.

"Desiring a salary on par with Chelsea's top earners, Mount feels that his contributions to the club warrant such compensation. However, Chelsea's offer falls far short of his expectations, leaving him dissatisfied.

Considering the current circumstances, Mount appears prepared for a new venture, and a move to Manchester United seems like an ideal fit. The team has struggled notably this season, particularly in the absence of Casemiro due to suspension and the injury of Christian Eriksen. Mount possesses comparable qualities to Eriksen but brings additional dynamism to the midfield, both in attacking and defensive capacities."

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