Roy Keane's views on Mason Mount have fluctuated throughout his career.
26.06.2023 - 01:53 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United's pursuit of Mason Mount in the summer transfer window is at risk of following the same pattern as the Frenkie de Jong saga.
While United hit difficulties last year persuading De Jong to move to Old Trafford, this time the concern surrounds the player's parent club Chelsea. The Blues appear reluctant to agree a fee with the Reds and MEN Sport understands the club's hierarchy are becoming frustrated with Chelsea's unwillingness to negotiate.
With United becoming frustrated, it appears it will only be a matter of time before Erik ten Hag switches his priorities to another midfield target because we already know there is an eagerness to buy a midfielder sooner rather than later. One name touted as a Plan B option is Brighton and Hove Albion's impressive midfielder Moises Caicedo.
The 21-year-old defensive-minded player enjoyed a brilliant campaign with the Seagulls but looked to be heading for the exit in January after he took to Instagram to express his desire to leave. Caicedo posted: "I am grateful to Mr. Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them. I always play football with a smile and with heart.
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"I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador. My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador.
"I am proud to be able to bring in a record transfer fee for Brighton which would allow them to reinvest it and help the club continue to be successful. The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity [to
Roy Keane's views on Mason Mount have fluctuated throughout his career.
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