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Roy Keane believes Mason Mount would not significantly improve Manchester United's midfield, urging his former side to go all out for Declan Rice and Harry Kane.
United look set for a summer of heavy investment as Erik ten Hag attempts to push his side to the next level. A 2-1 win over Fulham on Sunday secured third place in the Premier League, but there is still some way to go before they can genuinely challenge Manchester City for the title.
Ten Hag is thought to want at least two major signings ahead of next season, with a world-class goalscorer the priority and a technical midfielder not far behind. Tottenham striker Kane has long been the Dutchman's prime target for the former role, while recent reports have linked Mount with a move to Old Trafford.
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However, Keane believes that while Mount is a solid player, he would not make the difference in lifting United and transforming them into title challengers.
Asked who could challenge City for the title next season, Keane told Sky Sport: “I hope it's United. Obviously depending on the takeover, the usual stuff, recruitment - they have to get a world-class striker. You'd like to think United could challenge them next year but it's going to be very, very difficult because City are brilliant and they have a great manager.”
Asked about recruitment, specifically Mount and Kane, the former Reds midfielder added: “I wouldn't be so sure about Mount. They're going to be linked with lots of players but the one that would excite you is Kane.
“[Mount] has just gone off the boil a little but I know he bounced back and he's got quality. I was raving about him a few years ago but he's just gone missing the last year - a few injuries,
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