Liverpool pushing to land Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount amid contract standoff - Paper Round

Liverpool pushing for Mount deal Liverpool are hoping to sign Mason Mount from Chelsea amid contract talk standoff. The 24-year-old midfielder wants a huge salary raise but the Daily Mail reports that those at Stamford Bridge are starting to believe that there is no agreement to be had.

Ad Meanwhile, Liverpool are planning to strengthen midfield after a poor season so far, Premier LeagueLiverpool and Everton charged for 'confrontation' as FA investigate objects thrown at De BruyneYESTERDAY AT 23:45 “Liverpool are pushing hard to sign Chelsea's midfielder Mason Mount with their interest coming amid an impasse in his ongoing contract talks,” the report begins. “Mount's future at Stamford Bridge has been thrown into doubt, as a significant gap exists between the player and club in negotiations.

“The England international is believed to want to treble his £80,000-a-week wages, which would put him in line with the other senior players and new signings. “Mount has 18 months remaining on his current Chelsea deal, which could force the Blues into a decision this summer.

“Some Chelsea officials have reportedly become resigned to the midfielder not extending his contract.” Newcastle battle for Kvaratskhelia Newcastle are chasing Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of Napoli but they will face strong competition for the 22-year-old. The Sun states that there is interest from around Europe, and Napoli — on course to win Serie A this season if they maintain their form — are looking for a hefty bid worth more than £50 million.

The paper claims: “NEWCASTLE UNITED are fighting Real Madrid and PSG in the race for Napoli's hot shot Khvicha Kvaratskhelia according to reports. “Kvaratskhelia has been in superb form this season and has 23