Transfers

Manchester United have become "frustrated" by the agreement they struck with Barcelona for the loan transfer of Marcus Rashford. The England international is spending the 2025-26 season with Hansi Flick's side, and the deal does include a purchase option set at £26 million (£30m). However, Rashford's good form with the Catalan giants has left Manchester United worrying that his valuation has risen significantly.

Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard is being linked with another unlikely transfer following his exit from South Korean side FC Seoul. The 33-year-old is now a free agent and could be heading to South America for the next chapter of his career. Lingard is already in negotiations with Brazilian side Remo and there's optimism an agreement can be reached.

Manchester United have no intention of allowing Barcelona to re-negotiate their asking price to sign Marcus Rashford this summer. A £26 million ($35m) fee has reportedly been agreed between the two clubs for the Blaugrana to keep the England international on a permanent basis beyond the summer, although several reports have suggested that La Liga's champions are keen to lower that fee if possible.

Borussia Dortmund have once again dipped into the South American market to secure one of Brazil's most highly-rated youngsters, reinforcing their reputation as Europe’s premier finishing school. The Bundesliga giants have finalized a deal to sign 17-year-old left-back Kaua Prates from Cruzeiro, continuing a long-standing tradition of recruiting emerging talent before they become household names. This strategic move represents a significant investment in the club's defensive future, ensuring they remain ahead of the curve in the global hunt for elite modern full-backs.

Real Madrid-owned Endrick, who is currently enjoying a loan spell at Ligue 1 side Lyon, is being tipped to seal a “very special” transfer to Manchester United. The Brazilian wonderkid has found the going tough at his parent club, amid fierce competition for places, and a permanent move away from Santiago Bernabeu is being speculated on for the summer of 2026.

Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has delivered a stark warning to Bruno Fernandes, urging the captain to consider his future at Old Trafford amid ongoing uncertainty under the INEOS regime. While acknowledging Fernandes' dedication, Saha believes Chelsea star Cole Palmer would be the "perfect replacement" should the Portuguese playmaker depart, tipping the England international for a sensational and controversial return to Manchester to fill the creative void.

Robin van Persie has gone to great lengths to accommodate Raheem Sterling at Feyenoord as the ex-Manchester City and Chelsea winger continues to wait on a work permit. The Dutch coach has moved the squad to a training camp outside of the Netherlands so that Sterling can start training with his new team-mates.

Harry Kane’s future beyond the summer of 2026 may have already been decided, with a huge update being delivered on the release clause that existed in his contract at Bayern Munich. There were suggestions that the England international striker could be on the move this summer, but Bundesliga title holders appear confident that an extended stay at the Allianz Arena will be agreed.

Nicolas Jackson is reportedly set to return to Chelsea in the summer, with Bayern Munich refusing to trigger the purchase clause in his loan deal. The Senegal international has struggled to force his way into Vincent Kompany's starting XI since moving to Allianz Arena, and the German champions have no plans to make his stay permanent.

Former Arsenal star Oleksandr Zinchenko has sent out a heartfelt message to supporters after seeing his season ended by a serious injury. The Ukraine international sustained the problem on his home debut for Ajax after making the switch to the Eredivisie side this winter. Zinchenko is now set to undergo surgery and is facing a long spell on the sidelines.

Manchester United are plotting a stunning move to sign Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister this summer, per a new report from the Manchester Evening News. The Red Devils are keeping a close eye on the situation of the Argentina international in case he becomes available in the summer as they bid to strengthen a problem position in the summer transfer window.

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp turned down approaches from Manchester United and Chelsea after leaving Anfield, according to his agent and trusted advisor Marc Kosicke. The German coach opted to take a break from football following his departure from the Reds but has already been lured back into work as the Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull.

Brighton are refusing to take no for an answer in their pursuit of Koln sensation Said El Mala. The Seagulls, ever the masters of identifying Europe’s most exciting young talent, have lodged a fresh formal offer for the 19-year-old winger. Despite the Bundesliga side’s previous reluctance to sell, Fabian Hurzeler’s side is pushing harder than ever to secure the teenager's signature before his value spirals out of reach.

Borussia Dortmund speedster Karim Adeyemi has finally broken his silence regarding his future at the Westfalenstadion. With transfer speculation mounting and contract talks reportedly hitting a wall, the German international addresses the rumours linking him with a potential €60 million summer exit. As reports suggest BVB chiefs are increasingly irritated by his off-field activities, Adeyemi clarifies his stance on staying in the Bundesliga amidst the growing noise.

Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford admits that he was blindsided by Pep Guardiola’s swoop for Gianluigi Donnarumma, with the England World Cup hopeful leaving the door open to another transfer 12 months on from making his way back to the Etihad Stadium. The 23-year-old is desperate for regular game time, but finds himself stuck behind the revered Italian shot-stopper.

Vinicius Junior has revealed how he helped Real Madrid to sign Kylian Mbappe, with the Brazilian claiming to have acted as the French forward’s “agent”. World Cup winner Mbappe finally became a ‘Galactico’ at the Bernabeu in 2024, following several years of speculation regarding a move to Spain, and has become a prolific presence for Los Blancos.

Bayern Munich legend Lothar Matthaus is “convinced” that Harry Kane will remain at the Allianz Arena and sign a contract extension as “money isn’t his top priority”. The prolific England international striker has seen a transfer speculated on, as there are release clauses in his current terms, but discussions regarding an extended stay with the Bundesliga champions are being lined up.