Despite the continued uncertainty surrounding Mason Mount's long-term status, Mauricio Pochettino thinks he can play a significant role in his Chelsea revolution.
A deal to extend Mount's contract has not yet been reached as he enters the final year of his current contract. Mount will miss the remainder of the season due to an abdominal operation.
The possibility of losing the England international on a free transfer may force Chelsea, who stand to receive a sizeable financial windfall if former player Marc Guehi leaves Crystal Palace this summer, to consider offers for Mount. Clubs like Liverpool and Arsenal are among those interested.
The 24-year-old has been recognized by Pochettino, who is anticipated to succeed Antonio Conte as Chelsea's head coach, as someone who can be crucial to his team's success in the upcoming campaign.
The Argentine believes Mount would fit the style he wants to employ because of his work ethic and ball-handling skills. Mount graduated from the Blues academy.
To assure the midfielder's long-term retention at the club, it will be interesting to see if Chelsea and Mount can work out a deal in the coming weeks.
Ahead of what will be a crucial summer for the Chelsea star, Pochettino's adoration for Mount brings the midfielder's future into greater focus.
Since taking over for Roman Abramovich last year, Chelsea's American ownership has invested £600 million in new players.
Although Mount is regarded as one of the club's most crucial players, his contract has not been renewed during their massive transfer binge.
Todd Boehly, the co-controlling owner, recently met with Mount's representatives in the hopes of reaching an agreement. But as things stand, no deal has been reached.
Many of Mount's teammates have serious concerns about their futures at the club, which has led to the doubt regarding Mount's future.
While Mail Sport has gathered that several players of the squad have urgently requested clarification over the club's plans for the upcoming season out of fears that their careers are stalling at Stamford Bridge, Edouard Mendy and N'Golo Kante are yet to sign new contracts.
Meanwhile, it has been reported that if Guehi leaves Palace this summer, Chelsea will make millions more in additional money.
According to reports, the former Chelsea administration included a 20% sell-on clause in the agreement that allowed the England defender to transfer from Stamford Bridge to Selhurst Park in 2021.
A number of Premier League teams are keeping an eye on Guehi as the transfer window approaches, including Tottenham, Arsenal, and Manchester United.
It is believed that Guehi will fetch at least £50 million.
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