Mason Mount - a player who not so long ago looked like being s midfield lynchpin for a decade or more - now looks to be on his way out of Stamford Bridge. Such is the sheer volume of players in Chelsea's squad and the complete uncertainty over who the incoming manager will want, '
In reality, the selling price is likely to be more like £55m and, as are the first to make a move for Mount. That price could be forced up because Arsenal and Liverpool are also keen on a player who has endured a frustrating season for club and country. Mason Mount is all ears for offers as it looks increasingly likely he'll leave Chelsea this summer
The fact United have tried to steal a march on their rivals indicates just how much Erik ten Hag admires Mount.
The Argentine has a good track record of getting the best from English players and would make Mount an important player having admired him for a number of years.