July 3rd 2023.
Mason Mount is on the brink of joining Manchester United, and Erik ten Hag has played a crucial role. The 24-year-old Chelsea star is currently undergoing a medical ahead of signing a five-year deal at Old Trafford.
The Blues had previously rejected three offers from United, before eventually settling on a £55m deal, with potential to rise to £60m. Mount had intimated that he would not sign a new deal at Chelsea, leaving them with little option but to sell with just one year left on his contract.
The move attracted attention from across the Premier League, with Arsenal and Tottenham also keen on the midfielder. Meanwhile, Liverpool's arch rivals were up against United for the deal, with the Reds having pulled out of a move for Jude Bellingham and Jurgen Klopp looking to sign at least two midfielders.
However, it was Ten Hag's knowledge of Mount's game and appreciation for his ability that 'wowed' the player. Ten Hag will be hoping to get the best out of Mount after a difficult 12 months at Stamford Bridge, and the midfielder is said to 'tick all the boxes' for the Dutchman when it comes to the demands without the ball.
Mount could make his debut for the club against Leeds United in Oslo next week, and Ten Hag will then look to sign a goalkeeper and a striker. He will need to raise funds through player sales in order to sign his top targets, with Arsenal still keen on Joao Cancelo and considering RB Leipzig star as an alternative.
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