Chelsea have been dealt a major blow to their hopes of keeping Mason Mount, and signing Declan Rice, this summer. The former faces an increasingly uncertain future at Stamford Bridge with his contract expiring in 12-months, while the latter has been heavily linked with an exit from West Ham.
football.london understands that the Blues were once close to reaching an agreement with Mount over a new deal but, following his return from the World Cup Qatar, an offer was no longer on the table. Then, towards the end of January, the west Londoners reopened talks with the England international, though he didn't want to sign a one-year extension.
It's believed that Mount has not received another proposal since, meaning he'll become a free agent at the end of next season. With a departure on the cards, football.london understands that Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal are all seriously interested in his signature.
