Liverpool target Mason Mount would prefer a move to bitter rivals Manchester United this summer it has been revealed.
The Chelsea midfielder currently only has 12 months left on his current deal at Stamford Bridge and talks have reportedly broken down over wages with Mount demanding a figure close to $320,000 a week.
Mason Mount set for Old Trafford switch?
According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Mount is leaning towards a move to Old Trafford if Chelsea agree to a sale this summer, and rivals Liverpool and Arsenal are also aware of the England international’s preference.
🚨 Mason Mount leaning towards joining Manchester United if Chelsea agree to sell. Talks expected between the clubs in due course. Other sides who have been pursuing 24yo England international are aware of his preference @TheAthleticFC #CFC #MUFC #LFC #AFC https://t.co/sULEU1qAAg
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) May 24, 2023
Mount has been out of action for Chelsea since early March with a pelvis injury and it is becoming increasingly likely that Mount has already played his last match in a blue shirt.
The 24-year-old was seen as an ideal candidate for Jurgen Klopp’s midfield rebuild this summer, but it is Erik Ten Hag’s side, who take on Mount’s Chelsea tonight in the Premier League, that have stolen a march in the race.
