Mason Mount: Fans React As Video of United’s New Number 7 Copying Ronaldo’s Freekick Style Reemerges

• Mason Mount has been announced as a new player for Manchester United
• Mount has been given the No. 7 shirt, last worn by Cristiano Ronaldo, his idol
• The England international holds Ronaldo in high esteem and even mirrors his freekick technique

Mason Mount was officially introduced as a Manchester United player on Wednesday, July 5th, in a transfer deal reportedly valued at £60 million.

The talented England international concluded his longstanding 18-year association with Chelsea and committed to a five-year contract at Old Trafford, with an option for an additional year.

Mount's unexpected move to United has sparked intrigue, but the acquisition of the 24-year-old represents a significant triumph for the Red Devils, who will aim to challenge their city rivals, Manchester City, across all competitions in the upcoming season.

Additionally, United revealed that Mount will proudly sport the iconic No. 7 shirt, previously worn by legends such as David Beckham, Bryan Robson, Eric Cantona, George Best, and Cristiano Ronaldo, GOAL reports.

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Following his transfer, a resurfaced video from Mount's teenage days at Chelsea shows him emulating his idol, Ronaldo, during a free-kick practice session, further highlighting his admiration for the Portuguese star.

Mount imitates Ronaldo’s freekick

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best free-kick takers of all time and has scored some iconic ones. He has a distinct technique of standing elegantly over the ball before hitting.

Mount is a Ronaldo fanboy and spoke about how he modelled his freekick technique after Ronaldo from his days at Cobham Academy.

"I try to base my free-kicks on Ronaldo...hit the ball by the valve, and it moves," Mason said, as quoted by Timeline CR7.

Here is the video:

How did fans react?

@Abayisenga suggested that Mount's freekick video should have been used by United in announcing his deal:

"EddyMUFC should have used this video to announce him, but they cannot."

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Another user, @7icky1Factos, claimed:

"He is one of Ronaldo fan boy."

@UTDJunior_ added:

"Ronaldo's influence."

@iamverycredible wrote:

"Love how his story has come full circle. From fangirling over Ronny to wearing his shirt."

Mount: Why United over Chelsea?

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Mason Mount has opened up on his decision to dump Chelsea to seal a sensational summer move to Manchester United.

According to the England international, he felt that this was the "right time" for him to leave Stamford Bridge. The new United signing added that he moved to the Theatre of Dreams to win more silverware.