Neil Jones has claimed that Mason Mount’s contract situation at Chelsea is ‘one to definitely keep an eye on’ with the 24-year-old now in the final 18 months of his current contract with Stamford Bridge.
The England international is yet to agree new terms with Graham Potter’s team and Jones believes the Blues number 19 could offer something to Liverpool that the Reds are ‘missing at the moment’.
The versatile attacker appeared in the goalless draw at Anfield on Saturday and has recently been linked with a move to the FA Cup winners.
“I think he’s a very good player, but I think he might need to become a very good player if he moves from Chelsea,” the GOAL journalist told Redmen TV’s Journo Insight Show. “There’s a little feeling to that, maybe a change of scenery could be one that benefits someone like him. I think there’s a lot of facets that you look at and think about ‘potential move’ – potential change of scenery, the potential for him, so maybe you’re like, ‘No, I’ll just go and go and get some recognition. he, he wins some money, a place front and center on a team.
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“You look at the type of player he is, both lines, he could probably play left wing, or play number eight, and he’s done both jobs to a good degree. You wouldn’t say he had a great season this time, but he’s a creative player, he can score goals, he has a good delivery from set pieces, very energetic. If you’re thinking about dynamism, covering the pitch, that’s something Liverpool lacks at the moment.
“I think he’s definitely one to watch out for. If there was an opportunity there, I think Liverpool would do it.”
Liverpool are believed to be looking to strengthen their midfield options in the coming months with Jude Bellingham set to be the club’s main transfer target for the summer.
Mount may have struggled to form so far this season (three goals and six assists in 27 appearances in all competitions), but he has shown in the past that he has the ability to shine in the Premier League and move to Merseyside. could be exactly what he wants. he really needs to get going.
His versatility may be something that will catch Jurgen Klopp’s attention, as the Englishman has the ability to operate as a midfielder or on either side of a three-forward attack.
Chelsea are unlikely to be willing to sell one of their own to a big rival like us, but if they’re looking for a fresh start away from the capital then it’s a move we should consider.
At the end of the season, he will have entered the last 12 months of his current contract and therefore his club could be tempted to cash in rather than lose him for free in the summer of 2024.
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