Contract talks between Mason Mount and Chelsea have 'stalled' - as reports of Liverpool being interested in signing the midfielder continue.
Liverpool have been linked with a move for the Chelsea star for a number of weeks after it emerged contract talks between the 24-year-old and his club have not been moving smoothly.
When the summer comes around, Mount will be in the final year of his existing deal and it has been reported Chelsea will have a decision to make if fresh terms are not agreed.
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It was claimed on Monday morning by David Ornstein that talks between player and club have been put on hold until the summer with Chelsea keen to concentrate on the Premier League and Champions League.
Ornstein said: "Mason Mount contract talks halted while Chelsea focus on PL/CL. Not expected to resume until summer - when club intend to agree new deal for 24yo or sell.
"Chelsea presented several offers last summer and autumn but rejected by midfielder."
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