Manchester United made a third bid for Chelsea playmaker Mason Mount. However, the Blues also rejected the bid.
Although, they are ready to meet face-to-face to find a solution with the Red Devils. Mason Mount has already agreed personal terms with the Red Devils.
MANCHESTER UNITED AND MASON MOUNT TRANSFER LINKS FULL STORY
According to reports, Chelsea have rejected a third bid from Manchester United for Mason Mount. The report also claims that the Red Devils made a bid of 50 million plus 5 million add-ons. However, the Blues have countered the offer. They want a fee of 55 million plus 7 million for the player. Although, a number of reports indicate that Red Devils will quit the race.
Manchester United do not want pay over the odds for the signing of Mason Mount. This is because his contract with Chelsea ends in one year. Mason Mount has also made it clear that he wants to leave in the summer transfer window. New Chelsea manager Pochettino tried to convince him to stay. However, it was too late for the new Blues manager.
THE CHELSEA PLAYMAKER HAS ALREADY AGREED PERSONAL TERMS WITH THE RED DEVILS
According to reports, Manchester United have agreed personal terms with Mason Mount. Mason Mount wants to play under Erik Ten Hag from next season. Hence, he has also already given the ultimatum that he will not sign a new contract with Chelsea under any circumstances. Therefore, he is ready to leave the Blues on a free transfer in the 2024 summer transfer window after the expiry of his contract.
Manchester United are the aware of the situation. Therefore, they feel that a 55 million fee is more than enough for Chelsea to sell Mason Mount. However, Chelsea want a total transfer fee of 62 million including the add-ons. Although, the Red Devils will now will not raise their bid. Therefore, Chelsea are willing to resolve the situation face-to-face with Red Devils.
Manchester United will now have to decide their next step in the pursuit of Mason Mount. They can play the waiting game till the end of transfer window. However, Chelsea are still offering Mason Mount to other top European clubs. Although, it is clear that the player prefers a move to the Red Devils.
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