Mason Mount transfer alternatives Manchester United could target amid Chelsea stalemate

25.06.2023 - 09:03 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Manchester United are at a crucial stage of negotiations with Chelsea over top midfielder target Mason Mount. United's third offer for the Englishman has been knocked back by the Blues despite Mount having one year left on his contract.

The club offered £55m with Chelsea hoping for an additional £10m. Mount wants to leave and Chelsea know that. MEN Sport understands that Technical Director John Murtough's "hands are tied" due to United's finances.

Erik ten Hag also needs a new striker to bolster his squad this summer. Reports have suggested United could be looking elsewhere.

It has been stressed that although the 24-year-old is their primary target, Ten Hag has other options in mind. READ MORE: Manchester United unhappy with Chelsea over Mason Mount situation One of those is said to be Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Moises Caicedo, earmarked as a potential replacement by Chelsea for Mount.

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