Former Premier League star Glen Johnson has described Mason Mount as ‘bloody good’ but questioned if he is the player Manchester United needed this summer.
However, he believes that the midfielder will be a success at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils confirmed the signing of Mount from Chelsea earlier this week. The Red Devils paid £55 million for the midfielder, with another £5 million to be paid in add-ons.
Speaking to BetFred, Johnson claimed that Mount is a great player, but not the one Manchester United needed to splash the cash for this summer.
He still backs the Englishman to be a success at Old Trafford and said, “Yes, I do think he will be a success at Manchester United.
Things didn’t work out for him during his final year at Chèlsea and he had his injuries, but he’s still a bloody good player.
“I’m not sure that he’s the type of player that Manchester United need right now, but I do believe he will get himself into the team and ultimately improve the side.”
Mount is back from his vacation and has started his pre-season training with the Red Devils.
