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Man United players welcome Mason Mount to Carrington training ground
Mason Mount medical completed as Man United players welcome Mason Mount to Carrington training ground.
Despite their need for a striker and a goalkeeper seemingly far more important to Manchester United’s summer transfer business, some clues in Erik Ten Hag’s approach last season have hinted at the huge importance of a player like Mason Mount.
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According to the Daily Mail, Mason Mount grabbed a coffee as he headed back to Man United’s Carrington training ground to put the finishing touches to his £60m move from Chelsea after completing his medical yesterday
- Mason Mount is set to complete his move to Manchester United for a £60m fee
- The Chelsea star underwent his medical with the Red Devils on Monday morning
Mason Mount has played a lot for Chelsea and would bring a nice balance to United’s midfield. SportsFila is really excited about this signing, hopefully we can now sell both Fred and Dean which will allow us to spend on more positions.
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This is what I’ve been saying about Mount for ages. Ten Hag tried this formation a few times with Fred playing this role, and our best performances of the season were those games. The problem is, Fred isn’t quite good enough on the ball to start there all season. Mount is the only quality player who can play this role perfectly.
Mason has really shown how good he is on the ball, and at receiving the ball in tight spaces, making lots of intelligent passes to keep possession. I know the fan base is tired of him, but I really hope that ETH gives him more chances.
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VDB and Fred are backups to Mount, which could even mean that we don’t need to sign the likes of Rabiot, as long as at least one of the two can find some form. I also think Sancho would be incredible in this role, weirdly. Great at intense pressing, picks up intelligent positions, his best attribute is his link up play and short, progressive passes. With his lack of aggression and somehow the inability to take a man on, I think a deeper role would suit him really well. I’m excited to see this in action, I really think this could transform us in a way that not many people are expecting.
The England midfielder Mount appeared at United’s Carrington training facility with the Red Devils at last set to secure the Chelsea star’s services.
Erik ten Hag‘s side were rebuffed several times in their approach for Mount this summer, but at last had a fee agreed at the fifth time of asking.
The player and a few members of his entourage were spotted arriving at the facility in a Mercedes early on Monday morning, entering through the back gate.
With an initial £55m figure, followed by £5m in add-ons, at last agreed between the rivals after weeks of negotiations and rejected advances, the player is due at United for a medical ahead of finalising terms on a move.
One thing I noticed last season was that Martinez’s ability to break a press with a vertical pass into midfield was excellent but often the receiving midfielders weren’t comfortable taking the ball on the half turn and progressing to the final third. A lot of our attacks either broke down or slowed down at this point and we ended up going long to the wingers to cut out this step.
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Now that we’ve got a solid ball playing defender, we desperatly need a midfielder with the ability to receive the ball in space on the half turn and progress it to the likes of Rashford and Antony quickly. It looks like Mount fits this role perfectly, while having the ability to chip in with goals and assists. He will also bring down the age of our midfield.
And he appears to be arriving at the perfect time for Ten Hag and Co, who are due to begin their pre-season training this week ahead of a friendly against rivals Leeds in Oslo next week.
Mount could make his debut for his new club in the match in the Norwegian capital.
The English star arrives at United on the back of a trying 2022-23 season with Chelsea, in which he struggled for both form and fitness.
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According to the Mirror, Mason Greenwood wants to stay at Manchester United and has held “positive” talks with club chiefs ahead of a huge decision.
The England international, 21, hasn’t played for United since January 2022 following allegations against him by his partner Harriet and remains unavailable for selection as club chiefs conduct an internal investigation. He was arrested and due to stand trial before all charges were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service in February.
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SportsFila is aware Mason and his girlfriend recently became parents to a new baby, whose picture was shared on the couple’s instagram accounts.
His university student girlfriend Harriet Robson recently enjoyed a baby shower where she showed off her blossoming bump.
The Sun understands the £75,000-a-week footballer plans to marry her.
Greenwood has been undergoing one-on-one training sessions in a bid to be fit for the new Premier League season. United’s campaign starts at home to Wolves in just over two weeks’ time, with a decision on Greenwood’s future expected in the coming days.
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United’s hierarchy – not manager Erik ten Hag – will decide whether Greenwood will remain employed by the club. Yet Ten Hag will be forced to make a decision on how to manage the player if club chiefs decide he can stay. A loan move could be an option.
Adidas are United’s biggest sponsors after signing a ten-year, £750million deal in 2015. It is believed other sponsors are set to follow suit.
A final decision on Greenwood’s future is set to be made before the Prem season starts, with the Red Devils opening against Wolves on August 14.
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But Adidas’ intervention may seal a sensational comeback to Old Trafford after weeks of speculation that he could go out on loan.
Mason Greenwood training for the first time
The striker has been suspended since January 2022 amid his arrest for attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour.
According to Goal sources, if Greenwood is released, United will need to pay up the final two years of his contract. It’s also important to remember that he was one of the best young footballers in Europe before the allegations were made against him and could be signed by a rival club.
Yet, according to The Sun, Greenwood is confident of being retained by United. It’s claimed there has been “positive” talks between the two parties.
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Manchester United kit manufacturer Adidas say they have not held discussions with the club regarding a return for Mason Greenwood, SportsFila understands.
Reports elsewhere on Friday evening claimed that the sportswear giant had approved a potential comeback for the 21-year-old, who still remains suspended by United.
Greenwood has always denied the allegations.
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Manchester United agrees league-winning £72m signing deal with Atalanta for Denmark forward. Manchester United have reached an agreement with Serie A side Atalanta over the signing of striker Rasmus Hojlund; 20-year-old was left out of the squad that played Bournemouth in a pre-season friendly on Saturday.
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This guy is SURELY going to be a good fit. You can always tell a good Man U player by looking at their face. If they have one of those serious faces, you know he’s gunna be a Man U legend. You watch. He will score a lots goals, SportsFila.com could see Rasmus Hojlund near the top 5 at the pl golden boot race; he didnt score that much goals for atalanta last season but he will thrive under ETH.
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Analysis: Hojlund has huge potential
Rasmus Hojlund has captured the imagination after an encouraging season in Serie A and Manchester United are betting on the 20-year-old talent to be the next superstar striker in European football. But how can they get the best from the young Dane?
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Man Utd tactics demand Hojlund makes penetrative runs in behind the opposition defence. “That needs a lot of sprints and a lot of quick decisions from our strikers, and I think those are big strengths of Rasmus,” Christian Ilzer told Sky Sports as reported by SportsFila.
“I think it was key that our philosophy and style fit his skillset perfectly so he comes into a good environment. Ras is a great addition to our team with his abilities. It is his speed, his general physique and his willingness to work hard against the ball.”
There is a recognition that Højlund’s youth means he is not yet the complete forward but confidence within United’s hierarchy in Ten Hag’s ability to develop the player’s full potential. The manager is impressed with Højlund’s determination to work hard to improve.
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Although Højlund is regarded by United primarily as a No 9, Ten Hag would be expected to deploy him across the frontline on occasion, with Marcus Rashford able to operate at centre-forward.
Ten Hag has another No 9 in Anthony Martial but does not feel able to rely on him because the Frenchman is prone to injury. This has put Martial’s future in the balance, although Ten Hag remains impressed with what 27-year-old can offer when fit.
Ten Hag said United’s inability to take their chances in a 2-0 friendly loss to Real Madrid on Thursday “absolutely” emphasised their need for a new striker.
United had chances of their own but failed to score with any of their 14 attempts – an all too familiar tale given their problems taking opportunities last season.
Asked if the attacking display in Texas emphasised why they were looking to sign a new striker, Ten Hag said: “Absolutely.
“There were two things – the pressing can be better from the start and scoring goals.
“I think we need more players who are capable to be in the one-on-ones and we had the situations of one-on-ones.”
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Manchester United reach agreement with Atalanta to sign Rasmus Hojlund, SportsFila confirms from a Fabrizio Romano update.
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Atalanta for the signing of forward Rasmus Hojlund in a deal worth €75million plus €10million in performance-related add-ons.
The Athletic reported earlier this month that United have agreed preliminary personal terms with the forward and he is set to sign a five-year deal with the option of a further year.
Rasmus Højlund to Manchester United, here we go! Agreement reached right now with Atalanta 🚨🔴🇩🇰 #MUFC
Package will be around €70m with add ons, clubs preparing documents in the next 24 hours.
Højlund agreed 5 year deal ten days ago as he only wanted Manchester United. pic.twitter.com/MVN0ubeH7O
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 29, 2023
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Atalanta over the signing of Rasmus Hojlung.
Fabrizio Romano dropped his favourite ‘here we go line’ on Twitter after evening to mark the announcement that Hojlund will be the next player to join Manchester United this summer.
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The Denmark international, 20, will cost United a package of around €70 million including add-ons. Hojlund had alreaqdy agreed a five-year deal with the Reds, despite interest from Paris Saint-Germain.
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Great signing. Some player. Benny would tend him into world class. Hopefully Rashford replicates last season. Martial would step up his game this season. Defensive midfielder is needed to challenge Casemiro though.
In the realm of football’s grace, a star did rise,
A striker bold with fire in his eyes,
From Denmark’s land, a talent so grand,
Rasmus Højlund, his name forever will stand.’
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In the heart of Manchester, his dreams took flight,
A Red Devil soaring through day and night,
With boots that danced upon the hallowed turf,
He showed the world his skills and worth.
Graceful strides, he weaved through defenders,
With every touch, hearts he would render,
The ball a puppet to his magic feet,
In the face of goal, he’d never retreat.
A thunderous strike, a shot so true,
The net would bulge, the crowd would coo,
The Stretford End erupted with delight,
For Rasmus’ goals, a mesmerizing sight.
Yet, it wasn’t just his goals that stood out,
His spirit and passion left no doubt,
A leader on the pitch, a team’s beating heart,
He played with love, a work of art.
Through ups and downs, he fought the fight,
Through injuries and struggles, his spirit stayed bright,
The fans knew they had a warrior, a friend,
In Rasmus Højlund, on whom they could depend.
The legend of this Dane will forever grow,
In the annals of history, his name will flow,
A Man United hero, a striker suprem
I’m sure given time he’ll be a success at Man Utd but considering he has only played 1 season in topflight football and got outscored by Lookman in the same team is quite concerning, especially with the fee expected to be £55M+
Manchester United have purchased a phenomenal talent here, Atalanta should have held out for more than was paid for Anthony as Hojlund’s ceiling is FAR higher. He has EVERYTHING needed to become a MONSTER number 9.
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