I want to be the next Chelsea captain – Chelsea star insists on becoming the next Chelsea captain after Azpilicueta
According to reports, Mason Mount, a standout for Chelsea, has declared that he is prepared to succeed as the team’s new captain.
However, The current captain of the Blues, Cesar Azpilicueta, is rumored to be close to signing with Barcelona this summer.
European media outlets claim that Jules Kounde’s acquisition from Sevilla will put an end to Azpilicueta’s time at Stamford Bridge.
One of Chelsea’s longest players, Azpilicueta, having played for the club for nine trophy-laden seasons.
When Azpilicueta was out for Chelsea Wednesday’s loss to Charlotte, Mount took over as captain.
Mount told reporters: “Yes, I am still young and I am still learning but whenever the opportunity comes to step up I want to take it.”
“Obviously, the gaffer trusted me with captaining the side in the second half and I take that responsibility.”