Man United signing Mason Mount reveals Cristaino Ronaldo as his inspiration

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Mason Mount reveals how he was 'inspired' by watching Cristiano Ronaldo's 'iconic' Portsmouth free-kick as a kid in the stands at Old Trafford - after inheriting his No 7 shirt at Man United

Mason Mount has revealed that he was 'inspired' by Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic 2008 free-kick in his first interview after joining Man United.

Man United signing Mason Mount reveals Cristaino Ronaldo as his inspiration

The 24-year-old completed a £60m switch to Old Trafford from Premier League rivals Chelsea on Wednesday, when it was announced he would don the famous No 7 jersey at the club.

In the retro clip in question, the much younger Mount says directly to the camera that he tries 'to base free-kicks on Ronaldo: hit the ball by the valve and it moves

Man United signing Mason Mount reveals Cristaino Ronaldo as his inspiration

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