27 Feb 2020 12:26:33
Mason Mount. I am still on board with Mason Mount and think he might develop into an excellent player. But, for the life of me, I don't know what he is.

As a (lot smaller) Chelsea youngster he seemed to be a creative No.10. At vitesse he seemed to be played almost as a second striker. And Frank at Derby and at Chelsea has played him in various positions.

Being versatile is a positive but I think it would be in Mason's best interests for him to decide that he is going to be a 'whatever' and concentrate on learning the 'whatever' position.

What do we think is Mount's best position and what tactical system will suit him best?

1.) 27 Feb 2020
27 Feb 2020 13:29:12
He seems to be our our answer to Jordan Henderson. Puts in a lot of effort, however I don't know what position suits him. He seems to play everywhere needed atm.

2.) 27 Feb 2020
27 Feb 2020 18:53:46
I’ve been on here fore 10 years now and I think most can vouch for me, I’m not one to slate a player that plays for us especially not one of our own.

In fact I’m so happy the youth are going to get more of a shot under Frank and I am all up for that. I think Reece is going to be world class, if not of his I juries RLC for me would have been up their as well. Tomori and Tammy I could see having a future at the club as a solid part of our squad but for Mount I just don’t see it.

He has a good engine but surely that can’t be enough. It reminds me of when Lingaard and Cleverly started off at United and they really wanted to believe they were special, scored the odd goal showed passion but Mount doesn’t just have that little spark for me. Certainly not as a number 10 at least.

3.) 28 Feb 2020
28 Feb 2020 08:23:17
For me Mount has played far too much football for his first season in the Prem and Champions League. I think we've seen both physical and mental burnout. However, due to injuries, and the poor quality / effort of others, Lampard hasn't had much choice but too keep on playing him.

I still think he's got a bright future, and he'll grow into his best position, be it as an 8 or 10, over the next couple of years. He's definitely got more about him than Cleverly or Lingard. The fact he was chosen to train with England last season whilst playing for Derby shows he's highly thought of in the international setup too.