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Mount addresses Chelsea fans ahead of Man Utd announcement

Mason Mount has addressed Chelsea fans as he completes his move to Manchester United.

The England midfielder is joining United for a fee rising to £60m. He has agreed a deal to 2028:

"Hi Chelsea fans, given the speculation over the last six months this may not come as a surprise to you.

"But it does not make it any easier to tell you that I've made the decision to leave Chelsea.

"I feel you deserve more than a written statement so I wanted to tell you directly how grateful I've been for all your support over the last 18 years.

"I know some of you won't be happy with my decision but it's what's right for me at this moment in my career.

"I joined Chelsea when I was six-years-old and we've been through a lot together, winning the Youth Cup, my player of the year awards, the Super Cup, the Club World Cup and of course the unforgettable night when we won the Champions League.

"I want to say thank you to the academy, the managers I've worked under. The backroom staff, the unsung heroes of Cobham. My team-mates who I've played with over the years that have become brothers. My family for their continued love and support and most importantly you guys for sticking with me throughout.

"Wish you all the best."

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