Manchester United football director John Murtough hailed Mason Mount as an "extremely intelligent footballer" after the England midfielder became the Reds' first summer signing.
Mount, 24, attended United's Carrington training base on Monday and Tuesday to complete his medical and put the finishing touches to the move. The Reds reached a breakthrough in negotiations with Chelsea last Thursday, agreeing to sign the England international for a fee that could rise to £60million.
The midfielder, who has put pen to paper on an initial five-year deal in Manchester, is the club's first signing of the summer transfer window. Mount, who brings a wealth of experience to the club, was manager Erik ten Hag's primary target to strengthen United's midfield options this summer.
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Murtough, speaking to club media, said: “Mason is an extremely intelligent footballer and has so many fantastic technical qualities that will significantly add to our squad. We have admired his t alents for a long time, so we are delighted that he has chosen to take the next steps in his career here at Old Trafford.
“His style of play and attributes are a perfect fit for this squad, and we all believe that he will only improve further working with Erik ten Hag and his coaching staff.
"Mason himself is a world-class player but he also has the ability to improve the players around him through his game intelligence and tactical awareness. We were particularly impressed by his strong desire to join United, and his thirst for further success, as we push to drive up our performance levels next season and beyond.”
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