Chelsea have rejected Manchester United's latest bid for Mason Mount but have offered face-to-face negotiations in an effort to get the deal over the line, sources told ESPN.
United made a bid of £55 million ($69.9m) plus add-ons on Friday, which was knocked by Chelsea. — Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) It was their third rejected bid after previous offers of £40m ($50.9m) and £50m ($63.6m).
Chelsea, according to sources, have offered United a deal of £58m ($73.7m) plus another £7m ($8.9m) in performance-related bonuses.
They have also offered to meet United officials in person in the hope of resolving the situation. Mount, 24, is keen to move to Old Trafford after ruling out the prospect of signing a new contract at Stamford Bridge.