In the captivating realm of football transfer rumours, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag emerges as a central figure in the pursuit of Chelsea’s mercurial midfielder Mason Mount in this upcoming summer window.

With a thirst for securing a creative dynamo to bolster his squad, the Red Devils’ gaffer has fixated his attention on the young English prodigy, who is said to sit atop his list of coveted talents.

Whispers from the grapevine now reveal that the astute Dutch tactician has implored the higher echelons of Manchester United’s hierarchy to initiate an early approach in their endeavour to secure the signature of the dazzling midfielder.

Yet, let it be known that the ardor for Mason Mount’s services is not confined solely to the Theatre of Dreams, as both Arsenal and Liverpool have expressed their own aspirations to acquire the services of the 24-year-old maestro. However, it is the Red Devils who currently hold the trump card in this enthralling pursuit.

Mount has shown a predilection for donning the famous red jersey of Manchester United, while Ten Hag himself possesses an ardent admiration for the sublime qualities the midfielder possesses. Their fates intertwine once more, as Ten Hag previously sought to acquire Mount’s services on loan during his tenure at Ajax back in 2019. Now, the Dutch mastermind yearns to reunite with the midfielder, this time on a permanent basis.

However, it remains to be seen whether Manchester United will willingly acquiesce to such an exorbitant valuation. With Mount’s current contract set to expire the following summer, the Red Devils may endeavour to negotiate a more agreeable figure, thus reducing the weighty burden of his price tag.