Manchester United clinch £60m Mason Mount signing from Chelsea in first move of the summer

Manchester United have completed the signing of Mason Mount from Chelsea for a reported £60 million. United finally reached an agreement with the Blues having initially seen a number of bids rejected for the midfielder. Ad Mount, who had one year left on his contract at Stamford Bridge, moves to Old Trafford on a five year deal, with the option of an additional year.

TransfersMan Utd eye cut-price Onana alternative, Real Madrid pip Barca to wonderkid — Paper Round11 HOURS AGO The 24-year-old came through the Chelsea academy and has been a first team regular since his debut in 2019, scoring 38 times for the club. He also has 36 caps for England and five goals for his country. Mount played a key role in Chelsea's 2021 Champions League win, laying on the assist for Kai Havertz's winning goal against Manchester City.

However, with the club and player failing to reach an agreement on a contract extension, Mount decided to leave with Manchester United being his preferred destination. Ahead of the transfer being officially announced, Mount posted a farewell message to Chelsea supporters on Instagram. Addressing the reason why he has chosen to leave Stamford Bridge, Mount said: «I know some of you won't be happy with my decision but it's what's right for me at this moment in my career.» United were initially unsuccessful with reported offers of £40m, £50m and £55m before the two parties eventually settled on a structured deal, which is believed to consist of an initial payment of £55m, plus £5m in performance-related add-ons.