Scott McTominay has starred for Napoli since leaving Manchester United for Serie A in 2024 and former Scotland international Colin Hendry has, during an exclusive interview with GOAL, tipped “somebody in England” to try and take the all-action midfielder back to the Premier League. Such a deal may not happen any time soon as a new contract in Italy is being mooted.
Manchester City have secured a major coup in the youth market by tying down highly-rated midfield sensation Xavier Parker to a new long-term contract. The 16-year-old, who was the subject of intense interest from several European heavyweights, has officially committed his future to the Premier League champions.
Manchester United might have spent the summer scouring the transfer market for reinforcements, but the answer to their attacking woes could be a familiar face returning to Carrington. After a loan spell in La Liga, Marcus Rashford is back in the fold at Old Trafford, and some of the game's biggest legends believe he is ready to take the Premier League by storm once again.
Former Manchester United midfielder Fred is set to return to his roots after agreeing a permanent move to Brazilian giants Atletico Mineiro. The experienced playmaker will depart Turkish side Fenerbahce to head back to the club where his footballing journey first began as a teenager.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has made it clear that his summer recruitment drive is far from over despite the arrivals of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans. With the transfer deadline rapidly approaching, the United boss is determined to add at least two more fresh faces to his squad to ensure they can compete at the highest level.
Youri Tielemans has been forced into a public apology to Aston Villa supporters after making controversial comments regarding his summer move to Manchester United. The Belgian midfielder sparked a backlash after suggesting that he had taken a step up by joining the Red Devils during the current transfer window.
Jason Wilcox holds plenty of power at Old Trafford, but what is Manchester United’s director of football really like? Premier League title-winning team-mate Colin Hendry has answered that question during an exclusive interview with GOAL. The former England international has trodden a post-playing career path that few could have predicted - having once been a “comedian” in the dressing room.
Manchester United are said to be keen on Lewis Hall, but can the Newcastle left-back become “the new Patrice Evra” at Old Trafford? The man himself has attempted to answer that question, with the legendary Red Devils defender assessing potential transfer business with GOAL. More movement is expected before the summer window of 2026 swings shut.
Former Manchester United defender Quinton Fortune admits he wishes his old club had re-signed Danny Welbeck this summer. The experienced striker instead completed a surprise move from Brighton to Chelsea, leaving Fortune to praise Xabi Alonso's astute business in the transfer market.
Former Manchester United midfielder Quinton Fortune has urged Chelsea to consider a surprise move for Andre Onana this summer. Despite spending over £300m under new manager Xabi Alonso, the Blues have yet to sign a new goalkeeper, and Fortune believes the Cameroonian shot-stopper could be an outstanding addition at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester City’s record-breaking new signing Elliot Anderson has revealed the details behind his decision to reject a move to Manchester United in favour of the Etihad Stadium. Despite facing direct recruitment attempts from Red Devils players during his post-season break, the England international remained firm in his desire to join the Cityzens.
Alexis Sanchez has officially concluded his 18-year tenure in European football by signing with MLS outfit CF Montreal as a designated player. The 37-year-old Chilean superstar joins the Canadian club on a contract running until next May after parting ways with Sevilla, aiming to inspire his new team with his wealth of top-level experience.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed the recent transfer speculation linking talented teenage midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly with Chelsea and Manchester United. The Spanish coach insisted that rival interest in the young academy graduate is actually a positive sign for the club's development.
Manchester United have suffered a major setback in the summer transfer window after Eduardo Camavinga firmly rejected a move to Old Trafford. The French international is determined to stay at Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho, forcing Michael Carrick to quickly evaluate alternative targets.
Michael Carrick has insisted Marcus Rashford remains a Manchester United player after the forward returned to pre-season training. The England international rejoined the squad following a loan spell at Barcelona, with the manager confirming he could feature in United's final friendly against AC Milan.
Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United manager Michael Carrick to keep Marcus Rashford this summer, comparing the winger to a purring Ferrari in pre-season training. The recommendation comes after Rashford returned to Old Trafford with a new number 14 shirt, following a successful loan at Barcelona, as the club weighs up his long-term future.
Myles Lewis-Skelly is facing an uncertain future at Arsenal despite his desire to remain at the club and fight for a starting spot. While the academy graduate has impressed during pre-season, intense competition for places and reported interest from rival Premier League sides Manchester United and Chelsea mean a summer transfer could still be on the cards for the midfielder.
Manchester United's new signing Youri Tielemans has revealed that FIFA’s controversial decision to overturn Folarin Balogun’s red card served as the ultimate motivation for Belgium. The midfielder suggested that the political circus surrounding the USMNT striker’s availability created a sense of injustice that fuelled their dominant knockout victory.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.
Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United and Chelsea to sign Arsenal starlet Myles Lewis-Skelly after the 19-year-old was reportedly offered to both clubs. Ferdinand believes the Red Devils should immediately pay up to £70m for the talented England international.
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly taken a firm stance regarding Marcus Rashford’s future, blocking any potential move to a direct Premier League rival. Despite the forward’s desire to move on, the club hierarchy is determined to avoid the embarrassment of seeing their academy graduate flourish at a domestic competitor.