Manchester United has made a major transfer move by agreeing to sign Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount for a fee worth up to £60m. The acquisition includes a £55m upfront fee and £5m worth of add-ons.  The 24-year-old England international is set to join the Red Devils on a five-year contract, becoming the club's first major signing of the summer transfer window.

 

Mount's sale deadline had to be included in Chelsea's financial accounts for the 2022/23 season, joining a growing overhaul of the team along with several other players. Chelsea, on the other hand, is expected to move for Gabri Veiga after agreeing to sell Mount.

 

The transfer saga of Mount to Manchester United has been ongoing for some time, with the club having had multiple bids rejected by Chelsea. United were reported to have had a third offer of £55m rejected, but the two clubs have now agreed on a fee worth up to £60m.

 

Mount's arrival at Old Trafford is a significant boost for United, who have been in the market for a midfielder to bolster their squad. The midfielder has been an integral part of Chelsea's success in recent years, making 195 appearances for the club since his debut in 2017 and scoring 33 goals.

 

The signing of Mount is also a statement of intent by United, who are looking to challenge for the Premier League title next season. The club has been linked with several high-profile players in recent weeks. The addition of Mount to the squad will provide Eric Ten Hag with more options in midfield and increase competition for places.

 

Mount's versatility is also a huge asset for United, as he can play in a variety of positions across the midfield. He has been used as an attacking midfielder, a central midfielder, and even as a winger at times during his career. His ability to create chances and score goals from midfield will be invaluable to United next season.

 

Mount himself is said to be excited about the move to United and was prepared to leave Chelsea on a free transfer next summer if an agreement could not be reached in this window. He will be hoping to make an immediate impact at Old Trafford and help the club achieve their goals for the upcoming season.

 

 Manchester United's acquisition of Mason Mount from Chelsea for a fee worth up to £60m is a significant transfer move that will strengthen the Red Devils' squad for the upcoming season. The midfielder's versatility, creativity, and goal-scoring ability will be invaluable to United as they look to challenge for the Premier League title. Mount's arrival is also a statement of intent by United, who are looking to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level.