Chelsea had a contract offer tabled to Mason Mount rejected by the midfielder.

Mount rejected a new contract at Chelsea worth more than £200,000 a week before flying out to the World Cup, in a calculated gamble that could pay off spectacularly if he enjoys a successful tournament, says the Daily Mail.

Chelsea agreed to put negotiations on hold for the duration of the tournament, but there is unlikely to be a swift breakthrough when they resume after Christmas because the two parties remain a long way apart.

And that gap could increase if Mount continues to impress, as he did in England's 6-2 win over Iran.

Mount's representatives are believed to be seeking a contract similar to Raheem Sterling, who was given a £300,000-a-week deal on signing from Manchester City last summer.