Mason Mount is facing a difficult crossroads in his Chelsea career with new contract talks stalling as the midfielder endures his worst spell in a blue shirt. Talks over an extension were set to begin before the World Cup, although when the talks commenced the two parties were far apart on wage demands, with priorities shifting in west London and now negotiations are set to resume in the summer.
With his contract expiring in 2024, Mount faces a decisive few months both on and off the pitch with his long-term future at the club now in jeopardy. The Cobham graduate has faced criticism this season for inconsistent performances and the arrival of Joao Felix has seen him rack up fewer minutes recently after starting every game under Graham Potter, bar one, until he was dropped to the bench for the clash against West Ham.
One of the priorities for the Clearlake Capital consortium, led by Todd Boehly, following their takeover last year was to tie Mount down to a new long-term contract, football.london understands. Uncertainty surrounding his future has seen several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United, eye a summer move for Mount.
