Mason Mount is set to undergo his medical on Monday ahead of his move to Manchester United (Fabrizio Romano)
With Mason Mount undergoing his medical, and Manchester United being linked to Andre Onana and Rasmus Hojlund, here’s how Erik ten Hag’s side could line up next season
Manchester United completed their first summer signing having reached an agreement with Chelsea for the arrival of midfielder Mason Mount. The deal is reportedly worth around £60million including add-ons. The English player is expected to undergo his medical examination at Old Trafford on Monday.
Manchester United are also in pursuit of a replacement for David de Gea, who is set to become a free agent. Cameroon international Andre Onana is reportedly on Manchester United’s radar.
The Red Devils are also looking for a fresh striker, with Danish sensation Rasmus Hojlund being Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag’s primary target during the summer transfer window.
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While Onana is expected to cost at least £52million including bonuses, Hojlund will reportedly be signed for an amount of £49million. Both Onana and Hojlund combined could cost Manchester United over £90million.
England international Mason Mount has been a stellar performer for Chelsea, appearing in 195 games and scoring on 33 occasions. He won the Champions League trophy with the London-based club in 2021. Mount can make a lot of difference by helping Christian Eriksen in man-marking opponents and feeding his forwards with the right passes. Rasmus Hojlund, on the other hand, has scored 10 times for Italian side Atalanta, while providing 4 assists in 34 games. The Danish forward is known for his physical capabilities as well as his accuracy inside the box.
If Manchester United succeed in roping in Andre Onana this summer, they could potentially include the Inter Milan custodian in the playing XI. A backline of Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Luke Shaw, Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez could form the defence for the Old Trafford-based side.
Former Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro will keep on assuming central midfield duties for Manchester United next season with Mason Mount handling the playmaker’s role. Bruno Fernandes shall likely take up the number 10 role with Marcus Rashford and Antony playing as wingers. Rasmus Hojlund shall be their star striker if Manchester United can land the Danish footballer this summer.
Manchester United recently listed 13 of its players from their active roster on the transfer market. Erik ten Hag is looking to breathe some fresh life into his squad. Manchester United qualified for next season’s Champions League, having finished their Premier League campaign at the third spot.