Why Derby County have completed a masterstroke by signing Mason Mount

Chelsea starlet Mason Mount has joined Frank Lampard-led Derby County on a loan move. The highly-rated England youth international will spend a season on loan at Pride Park Stadium to gain some worthy experience and game time.

The 19-year-old was previously loaned out to Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem and he played fantastically, earning him attention from England. He must strive to break into the Chelsea first-team, and hence, he should put in some exceptional performances at Derby.

Here’s everything you need to know about the player and why he will be a massive hit for the Rams in the Championship.

Player Analysis – Mason Mount

Age – 19

Main Position – Attacking midfield (Centre)

Mount is an athletic player who is agile around the ball and in the areas he is responsible for. The 19-year-old can receive a pass and make something happen in a flash. He has a dribble rate of 1.5 per game, epitomizing his ability to go past defenders and open up space for a shot or a through ball.

The midfielder has a silky touch which allows him to control unfavourable passes and turn defenders around with a sharp swivel. He only gets dispossessed 1.2 times per game, which is quite commendable given the fact that he plays in a No. 10 position.

Mount has a key pass rate of 2.5 per game, fabricating 66 chances towards goal in 27  league appearances last season. Furthermore, he scored 14 goals and assisted 9 times to show his true value as a consummate player. He will massively help Derby in terms of netting crucial goals and also creating chances when things seem flat.

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Conclusion

Mount has several ambitions to accomplish but at the tender age of 19, he has the potential to become one of the best playmakers in this division. The teenager possesses great technical ability along with excellent awareness which should aid Derby in their quest to secure a promotion next season.

Lampard is a Chelsea legend, meaning he should work wonders with Mount at Pride Park. With challenges set to intensify from here on, the upcoming campaign will be a crucial one for Derby’s latest signing.