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Mason MountEnglish footballer, midfielder
Date of Birth: 10.01.1999
Country:  Great Britain |
Content:
- Mason Mount: A Rising Star in English Football
- Joining Chelsea Academy
- International Success and Vitesse Loan
- Derby County and Return to Chelsea
- Premier League and Champions League Debut
- International Career
- Notable Achievements
- - UEFA European Under-19 Championship Golden Player (2017)
- Interesting Facts
Mason Mount: A Rising Star in English Football
Early Life and CareerBorn on January 10, 1999, in Portsmouth, England, Mason Tony Mount inherited his passion for football from his father, who played the sport in his youth and later managed local clubs. Despite his son's interest in pursuing a career in the sport, Mount's parents initially encouraged him to prioritize his education. However, a compromise was reached, allowing the young Englishman to balance his studies at Purbrook Park School with his football training.
Joining Chelsea Academy
In 2005, Mount joined the Chelsea Academy, where he quickly made an impact. Despite a preseason injury, he showcased his talent in matches against youth teams from Manchester United and Anderlecht. His first final match against Manchester City marked his first goal, and he became a key player in the reserve team during the 2016/2017 season.
International Success and Vitesse Loan
Mount's impressive performances for Chelsea's youth teams earned him international call-ups at various age levels for England. A standout performance in the UEFA European Under-19 Championship final, where he assisted the winning goal, further solidified his talent. In the 2017/2018 season, he was loaned to Vitesse, a Dutch Eredivisie club, where he became the club's Player of the Year.
Derby County and Return to Chelsea
In July 2018, Mount joined Derby County under the management of Frank Lampard. His presence significantly improved the team's performance, and he scored in his debut match against Reading Football Club. After a successful season, he returned to Chelsea in July 2019, signing a five-year contract with the legendary club.
Premier League and Champions League Debut
Mount made his Premier League debut for Chelsea in August 2019 against Manchester United, displaying impressive skills. He scored his first goal a week later against Leicester City. In September, he sustained an ankle injury during a Champions League match against Valencia.
International Career
In addition to his club career, Mount has represented England at the youth international level and made his senior debut in September 2019. He scored his first international goal for England in a Euro 2020 qualifier against Kosovo in November 2019.
Notable Achievements
- Chelsea Player of the Year (2021)- UEFA Men's Player of the Match Award (2021 UEFA Champions League Final)
- UEFA European Under-19 Championship Golden Player (2017)
- Vitesse Player of the Year (2017/2018)Personal Life
Mount is in a relationship with Chloe Wealleans-Watts, a singer in the group 303. He often shares photos of their travels and affectionate moments on social media.
Interesting Facts
- Height: 5'10" (178 cm)- Weight: 141 lbs. (64 kg)
- Salary: £120,000 per week (as of 2021)
- Squad number: 19 for Chelsea
