MASON MOUNT'S £60m move to Manchester United has been confirmed by the club.
Ex-Chelsea man Mount confirmed he would be leaving London Tuesday evening and now the Red Devils have confirmed the transfer has been completed.
Meanwhile, United's takeover could be completed TODAY – with Sheikh Jassim expected to win the race ahead of Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Meanwhile, United are said to be tracking Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, who could cost around £30million.
Elsewhere, Premier League rivals Chelsea are favourites to sign Moises Caicedo.
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- By Kostas Lianos
Mason Mount contract confirmed
Mason Mount has officially joined Manchester United from Chelsea.
As posted earlier, Mount arrives after United and the Blues reached a £55million deal, plus £5m in add-ons.
The versatile midfielder has signed a contract until June 2028 with the option for a further season.
Manager Erik ten Hag has sealed his priority signing of the summer.
- By Kostas Lianos
More on Mount
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has landed his No1 midfield target Mason Mount after weeks of negotiations with Chelsea.
United initially had three bids rejected for Mount, after the third offer was turned down the deal appeared to be in major jeopardy.
But the two teams agreed an initial £55million fee during a meeting last week, with a further £5m in add-ons.
The versatile playmaker has now signed a five-year deal with the Red Devils worth around £250,000 per week.
The England international finalised the final few details of his transfer today after arriving at Carrington.
- By Kostas Lianos
Man Utd announce Mount
Manchester United are putting an end to the speculation regarding Mason Mount’s transfer.
United issued a cryptic clip on Twitter showing Mount wearing next season's home shirt.
The Red Devils didn’t show the versatile forward's face but it’s obvious it’s him.
The Manchester giants also issued the following caption: “The excitement is mounting.”
- By Kostas Lianos
Man Utd announce Mount
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Sheikh Jassim takeover TODAY?
Manchester United's takeover saga could be completed today with Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani winning the race to replace the Glazers.
United’s unpopular owners put the club up for sale in November and targeted a deadline of March to ease the transition before the summer transfer window.
The race has boiled down to two participants, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sheikh Jassim.
Ratcliffe is looking for majority control while keeping the Glazers on board in some capacity, while the Qatar businessman is seeking a 100 per cent full takeover.
And Qatari publication Raya now claims his bid is finally set to be accepted, with the Glazers signing all relevant documents in the coming hours.
Sheikh Jassim’s people are already said to be “expressing their confidence” in emerging victorious.
- By Kostas Lianos
Russ and ready
Former Manchester United star Alessia Russo has completed a sensational move to Arsenal before the World Cup.
Russo, 24, sealed her switch and became the WSL side’s biggest signing of the summer before jetting to Australia.
The Gunners’ signing of the player comes just under a month on from her exit as a free agent from United after three years.
It also follows an alleged record-breaking £500,000 January bid the North Londoners had rejected by the Red Devils before their summer swoop.
- By Kostas Lianos
Mason Mount’s Chelsea farewell
Mason Mount issued a statement for Chelsea fans ahead of his imminent transfer to Manchester United.
Hi Chelsea fans, given the speculation over the last six months this may not come as a surprise to you. But it does not make it any easier to tell you that I’ve made the decision to leave Chelsea.
I feel you deserve more than a written statement so I wanted to tell you directly how grateful I’ve been for all your support over the last 18 years. 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.
I joined Chelsea when I was six-years-old and we’ve been through a lot together, winning the Youth Cup, my player of the year awards, the Super Cup, the Club World Cup and of course the unforgettable night when we won the Champions League.
I want to say thank you to the academy, the managers I’ve worked under. The backroom staff, the unsung heroes of Cobham. My team-mates who I’ve played with over the years that have become brothers. My family for their continued love and support and most importantly you guys for sticking with me throughout. Wish you all the best.
Mason Mount
Credit: Reuters - By Kostas Lianos
Moises Caicedo competition
Manchester United are facing intense competition for Brighton star Moises Caicedo.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are holding talks with the Seagulls over Caicedo.
Negotiations will continue this week and the two teams remain in "direct contact".
The midfielder has also already agreed personal terms with the Blues.
And according to Bild's Christian Falk, Bayern Munich have pulled out of the race for the Ecuador international because they believe the player already has a deal with the West Londoners.
- By Kostas Lianos
Scott McTominay targeted
Manchester United ace Scott McTominay is being targeted by two clubs this summer.
McTominay's future with United is up in the air as manager Erik ten Hag is plotting a major shake-up of his squad.
And the midfielder is said to be being eyed up by Roma and Brighton.
That's according to CBS, who report the Scotland international could potentially look to depart Old Trafford in the coming weeks to secure more playing time.
- By Kostas Lianos
Mount signing today
Mason Mount is expected to complete his move to Manchester United today.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, an official United statement is "coming soon".
The Red Devils and Chelsea signed the paperwork on Tuesday following a deal of £55million, plus £5m in add-ons.
Mount has signed a contract with the Manchester giants until June 2028, with an option to extend for another year.
- By Philip Cadden
Ferdinand blasts 'negative energy'
Rio Ferdinand has slated the Glazers for suffocating Manchester United with negativity.
And the Red Devils legend fears his ex-club will miss out on their priority summer signing of a new striker because of their American owners.
Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos Group have submitted their final bids to buy United.
But the Glazers have yet to make a decision despite the club being put up for sale last November.
Ferdinand fumed: “The club is being held back and down and suffocated with negative energy because of the owners.
“I’ll keep stressing that the lack of communication from them has been very short-sighted.
“No news is bad news when you are talking about fans and emotions.
“This is when hysteria hits the ceiling and through the roof.
“Fans are uptight and anxious about new signings already. Are we able to sign our priority, which is a striker?”
Tottenham’s Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen of Napoli are targets — both are valued at £100million-plus by their clubs.
- By Ian Tuckey
Prem clubs battle for Ajax ace
Brighton are sticking in the hunt for reported Manchester United and Arsenal target Mohammed Kudus.
The Athletic say the attacking midfielder, 22, is keen to leave Ajax this summer despite being under contract until 2025.
The Dutch giants are said to want around £40million for the Ghana star.
Kudus notched 18 goals and seven assists from his 42 games for Ajax in the season just finished.
Brighton’s interest comes as Chelsea lead Arsenal and Liverpool in he race for the Seagulls’ £80m-rated midfielder Moises Caicedo.
Credit: Rex - By Ian Tuckey
Third time luck over Hojlund?
Manchester United have had two offers for Atalanta forward Rasmus Hojlund rebuffed
According to 90min, United have made two efforts to land Hojlund but both were turned down by the Serie A outfit.
The striker is seen as an attainable solution to boost manager Erik ten hag’s frontline after pulling out of the race for Tottenham superstar Harry Kane.
However, Atalanta are holding out for a huge fee for the Denmark international.
- By Ian Tuckey
Qatari media claim Sheikh on brink of Utd takeover
Sheikh Jassim could complete a Manchester United takeover within hours – at least according to Qatari media.
The sensational suggestion appears only to be coming from the top banker’s home country so far.
But it might still excite Red Devils’ fans as many have campaigned long and hard against current club owners the Glazers.
The Sheikh has worked hard to reportedly return to pole place for United ahead of his main rival bidder, INEOS’ Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
And unlike Britain’s richest man Ratcliffe, it’s thought Jassim wants a total buy-out.
The Sheikh has promised a debt-free takeover if his bid succeeds.
- By Philip Cadden
Rio says Glazers SUFFOCATING United
Rio Ferdinand has slammed the Glazers for suffocating Manchester United with negativity.
And the Red Devils legend fears his ex-club will miss out on their priority summer signing of a new striker because of their American owners.
Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos Group have submitted their final bids to buy United.
But the Glazers have yet to make a decision despite the club being put up for sale last November.
Ferdinand fumed: “The club is being held back and down and suffocated with negative energy because of the owners.
“I’ll keep stressing that the lack of communication from them has been very short-sighted.
“No news is bad news when you are talking about fans and emotions.
“This is when hysteria hits the ceiling and through the roof.
"Fans are uptight and anxious about new signings already. Are we able to sign our priority, which is a striker?”
Tottenham’s Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen of Napoli are targets — both are valued at £100million-plus by their clubs.
- By Kealan Hughes
Mason: Move is right for me
Here's the full statement from outgoing Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount – ahead of his switch to Man Utd.
"Hi Chelsea fans, given the speculation over the last six months this may not come as a surprise to you.
"But it does not make it any easier to tell you that I've made the decision to leave Chelsea.
"I feel you deserve more than a written statement so I wanted to tell you directly how grateful I've been for all your support over the last 18 years.
"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.
"I joined Chelsea when I was six-years-old and we've been through a lot together, winning the Youth Cup, my player of the year awards, the Super Cup, the Club World Cup and of course the unforgettable night when we won the Champions League.
"I want to say thank you to the academy, the managers I've worked under. The backroom staff, the unsung heroes of Cobham. My team-mates who I've played with over the years that have become brothers. My family for their continued love and support and most importantly you guys for sticking with me throughout.
"Wish you all the best."
- By Kealan Hughes
Mount confirms Chelsea exit
Mason Mount has released a statement confirming he is leaving Chelsea.
The England star shared a video explaining his departure as he closes in on joining Manchester United.
But the midfielder made no mention of the pending move in an emotional video he shared on Instagram.
- By Ian Tuckey
Brighton aim to beat Utd & Arsenal to Kudus
Brighton are sticking in the hunt for reported Manchester United and Arsenal target Mohammed Kudus.
The Athletic say the attacking midfielder, 22, is keen to leave Ajax this summer despite being under contract until 2025.
The Dutch giants are said to want around £40million for the Ghana star.
Kudus notched 18 goals and seven assists from his 42 games for Ajax in the season just finished.
Brighton's interest comes as Chelsea lead Arsenal and Liverpool in he race for the Seagulls' £80m-rated midfielder Moises Caicedo.
Credit: Rex - By Ian Tuckey
PSG 'in for Utd target Kolo Muani'
PSG are tipped to bid £69million for reported Manchester United strike target Randal Kolo Muani.
That could be another blow for Old Trafford boss Erik ten Hag in his hunt for a world-class striker.
Eintracht Frankfurt's France star Kolo Muani has been behind only Harry Kane, Rasmus Hojlund and Goncalos Ramos in transferspeculation for the Red Devils up front.
But it appears PSG are ready to make the first serious move for the 24-year-old.
The French champions have lost Lionel Messi to Inter Miami, with talk of Kylian Mbappe and Neymar also moving on.
- By Ian Tuckey
Mus bid more to get Hojlund
Manchester United have had two offers for Atalanta forward Rasmus Hojlund rebuffed
According to 90min, United have made two efforts to land Hojlund but both were turned down by the Serie A outfit.
The striker is seen as an attainable solution to boost manager Erik ten hag’s frontline after pulling out of the race for Tottenham superstar Harry Kane.
However, Atalanta are holding out for a huge fee for the Denmark international.
- By Ian Tuckey
'Sheikh takeover close'
Sheikh Jassim could complete a Manchester United takeover within hours – at least according to Qatari media.
The sensational suggestion appears only to be coming from the top banker's home country so far.
But it might still excite Red Devils' fans as many have campaigned long and hard against current club owners the Glazers.
The Sheikh has worked hard to reportedly return to pole place for United ahead of his main rival bidder, INEOS’ Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
And unlike Britain's richest man Ratcliffe, it's thought Jassim wants a total buy-out.
The Sheikh has promised a debt-free takeover if his bid succeeds.
- By Chisanga Malata
'Brighton and Roma keen on McTominay'
Scott McTominay is reportedly being targeted by TWO clubs this summer – including a Premier League side.
The Scotland international's future with Manchester United is up in the air as Erik ten Hag is plotting a major shake-up of his squad.
And the midfielder is said to be being eyed up by Italian giants Roma and last season's surprise Premier League package Brighton.
That's according to CBS, who claim the midfielder could potentially look to depart Old Trafford in the coming weeks to secure more playing time.
It's claimed that former Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho is "tracking the situation with McTominay."
Brighton are said to have earmarked the 26-year-old as a potential replacement for Moises Caicedo, who is a target for Chelsea.
- By Ian Tuckey
Sunderland keep 'Man Utd & Toon target Rigg'
Sunderland say Chris Rigg is staying despite Manchester United and Newcastle being linked to the 16-year-old.
Despite his dad supporting the Toon, the midfielder became the Black Cats’ youngest outfield player ever – aged 15 years and 203 days in a FA Cup tie vs Shrewsbury Town in January.
He later played against Fulham in the same competition and only injury denied him more appearances last season.
- By Ian Tuckey
Red Devils open to selling or loaning Mason
Suspended Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood faces an uncertaqin next move.
The former England ace, 21, has been retained by the Red Devils, but could be sold – with a temporary exit also possible.
But doubt has emerged on whether he would be welcomed in Serie A despite rumoured interest from Italian top-flight clubs.
Greenwood was exiled by Old Trafford chiefs after being charged with sexual offences and violence against a woman when troubling images were posted online last year.
He was charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour but the CPS dropped the case in February.
- By Kealan Hughes
Galatasaray eye two United stars
Galatasaray are interested in signing two Manchester United fringe players, according to Turkish outlet Aksam.
One is youngster Anthony Elanga who has struggled for game time under Erik ten Hag after being handed a first-team opportunity by Ralf Rangnick.
Alex Telles, who spent last season on loan at Sevilla, is also wanted by Turkish giants Galatasaray.
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