LOUIS SAHA has had his say on Manchester United’s ongoing pursuit of Mason Mount – and told his old club to stand firm.
Mount has been the subject of three rejected bids from the Red Devils over the past few weeks with the most recent being worth £55million.
Mason Mount has just one year remaining on his contract at Stamford Bridge and is wanted by Manchester United
Louis Saha thinks Chelsea’s asking price for Mount is too high
Chelsea are reportedly holding firm on their asking price which currently stands at £65million.
But ex-United striker Saha doesn’t think Mount is worth that figure with just one year remaining on his current contract.
The Frenchman weighed in on reports that United are unwilling to match Chelsea’s asking price in an interview with Betfred.
He said: “I believe it’s the right decision. Mason’s a great player that would have fit into Manchester United’s squad very well, but last year he didn’t have a great season and I can understand why the club doesn’t want to break the bank for him.
“Manchester United have a structure when it comes to transfers, so they shouldn’t allow themselves to be bullied by other clubs.
“They need to stand their ground because Manchester United is a great club and they can walk away from any player.
“If Chelsea don’t understand that, then it’s fair game. I don’t believe that £60million to sign him is justified, considering that in a years’ time it would be a free transfer for the same player.”
Despite Saha’s strong opinions on United’s transfer policy, he still has hope that an agreement could be reached between Chelsea and his former club.
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He said: “I do believe the deal could still happen, as Manchester United could be waiting out for Chelsea to agree to a lower fee as it’s evident that they need to sell players this summer.
“I believe this could be their strategy. The deal’s on the table and Chelsea know how much Manchester United want Mason, but Chelsea are being a bit greedy as they’re probably trying to recoup a lot of the money they spent on players over the last year.
“In a year’s time, he can sign for Manchester United for free, so that indicates the pressure that Chelsea’s under.”
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Erik ten Hag’s side are yet to launch a fourth bid for Mount and there could be another twist in the tale as rumours swirl around United shifting their focus.
They have been linked with a move for Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo who is also being courted by Chelsea after they had a £55million bid for the Ecuadorian rejected in January.