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Chelsea legend Joe Cole has urged the Blues to consider a sensational swoop for Marcus Rashford as the Manchester United forward prepares to return to Old Trafford. The 28-year-old spent a successful season on loan at Barcelona but now finds himself in transfer limbo ahead of a crucial summer window.

The Marcus Rashford adventure at Barcelona has reached its conclusion as the Catalan giants have reportedly decided not to exercise their purchase option on the Manchester United forward. Despite a productive loan spell in La Liga, the England international is now surplus to requirements at the Spotify Camp Nou after Barca's capture of Anthony Gordon, and he will head back to Old Trafford.

Atletico Madrid have brutally mocked arch-rivals Real Madrid on social media following their shock official statement regarding a massive €150 million (£129m/$173m) bid for Julian Alvarez. The Rojiblancos dismissed the extraordinary announcement with a sarcastic list of clarifications, brutally claiming their city neighbours are far more laughable than reigning La Liga champions Barcelona.

Barcelona are reportedly feeling a sense of dread regarding the fitness of Lamine Yamal as the teenage sensation prepares to lead Spain’s charge at the World Cup. Despite the forward’s significance to the national team, officials at the Blaugrana are concerned that the recovery process for their crown jewel is being rushed to meet international deadlines.