Chelsea look set to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as manager ahead of next season and the Argentine hopes that Mason Mount will be a key player in his rebuild at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have recently reopened contract talks with the 24-year-old midfielder after initial negotiations had stalled.
Mount has already rejected a proposal to sign a new seven-year deal at Chelsea - similar to Reece James' deal - as the England international believes it would limit his opportunity for an improved deal in the future. The Cobham graduate wants a significant wage rise that represents his value to the team, something which the Blues are yet to agree to.
Todd Boehly met with Mount this month to reiterate his importance to the club but an agreement over a new deal is yet to be reached. football.london understands Liverpool are seriously interested in signing the Chelsea midfielder this summer with Jurgen Klopp being a huge admirer of the England international.
