In football, time waits for nobody, especially in the transfer window.
Manchester United have made a breakthrough in their drawn out pursuit of Mason Mount. The Englishman was Erik ten Hag's top midfield target and a deal for the 24-year-old has now been agreed.
Chelsea were stubborn with their price tag while United were unwilling to pay over the odds for a player with one year left on his deal. Mount wanted out and that played into United's favour.
While supporters may argue a new midfielder was not top of the priority list, landing Ten Hag's number-one pick is a strong start to the window. However, the signing of Mount is unlikely to dictate their season if they do not strengthen in the most obvious areas.
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Signing a new goalkeeper has become a growing priority as June has progressed. David de Gea is out of contract in less than 36 hours with no agreement reached on a new deal.
MEN Sport reported that United are yet to make a final decision on the Spaniard's future. All indicators point towards his 12 years at Old Trafford coming to an abrupt end.
The MEN revealed in May there were doubts over De Gea's No.1 role at United next season and senior figures at the club want to move on from the Spaniard. United have started exploring options to sign a new first-choice 'keeper and that is now critical to their chances for next season.
Dean Henderson is still expecting to join Nottingham Forest in a permanent transfer. The English goalkeeper reported to the training complex early as he continues his rehabilitation from a thigh injury.
De Gea's situation is likely to delay any deal, while reports state United have blocked Tom Heaton
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