Mason Mount insists he will not become distracted by speculation over his future amid reports that Liverpool are monitoring his contract situation.
The Guardian reported yesterday that the Reds and Juventus are 'keeping track' of Mount's situation at Stamford Bridge, with his current contract ending in 2024 and no breakthrough in negotiations over a new deal. Such discussions have been put on hold over the winter as the midfielder heads to Qatar to represent England in the World Cup.
The 23-year-old flew out to the Middle East with his Three Lions teammates earlier this week and is fighting for a place in the team come Monday, when they kick-off their campaign against Iran. But amid the speculation back home, Mount remains steadfast in his focus on making an impact for his country.
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“I have always been so focused on my football since I was in the academy,” Mount said, amid the speculation. “I know now there is a lot more media focus on me, but I do not look too much into that. I block it out.”
Mount was a regular starter for England during their delayed Euro 2020 campaign, and followed that run to the final with his most productive season at Chelsea in 2021/2022 - he registered 11 goals and 10 assists in 32 Premier League appearances. But a less influential few months at the Blues, coupled with the rising form of the likes of Phil Foden, Jack Grealish and Bukayo Saka, leaves the former regular fighting for his place.
Chelsea remain insistent that talks are merely on hold during the World Cup, and remain confident they can tie Mount down to a new deal. The London club are desperate not to lose one of their academy stars, whether it be for a large fee next summer or a free transfer in 2024, and especially want to avoid selling to a European rival.
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