Transfers
Player buying / selling / loan deals.
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Bayern Munich ready to meet United's £34.5m Rashford valuation but wages remain the obstacle
Bayern Munich are prepared to pay Manchester United's £34.5m asking price for Marcus Rashford this summer, according to reports, though the forward's £325,000-per-week wages could scupper a deal. Barcelona, where Rashford spent last season on loan, are reluctant to make his stay permanent.
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Brazil call-up for Ederson days after £38m United move adds World Cup spotlight to Old Trafford deal
Ederson earned a surprise recall to the Brazil squad just five days after Manchester United confirmed his £38.3m signing from Atalanta, ending a 16-month international absence and handing the midfielder a World Cup stage ahead of his official arrival at Old Trafford.
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Perez plots £130m Real Madrid record signing after Haaland presidential promise collapses
Florentino Perez has been re-elected as Real Madrid president and pledged a club-record bid of at least £130m for a Champions League midfielder — with Michael Olise the reported target despite Bayern Munich insisting he is not for sale.
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Greenwood's £47.5m Fenerbahce move hinges on club election as United eye £19m sell-on
Mason Greenwood's proposed transfer from Marseille to Fenerbahce could be decided by the Turkish club's new president, with Manchester United standing to receive around £19m through a 40 per cent sell-on clause in a deal valued at £47.5m.
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Maignan wants to leave AC Milan just four months after extending until 2031
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Mike Maignan has reportedly expressed his desire to leave AC Milan despite signing a contract extension until June 2031 in January. Massimiliano Allegri's departure and the Rossoneri's disappointing season are weighing on his decision.
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Diomande declares PSG love as Liverpool and rivals chase £110m Leipzig winger
Yan Diomande has publicly declared his admiration for Paris Saint-Germain amid strong interest from Liverpool, both Manchester clubs, and Bayern Munich. The 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger scored 12 goals and added nine assists in his debut Bundesliga season, with RB Leipzig valuing him at around €130m.
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Ederson's Brazil World Cup call-up pushes back Manchester United medical and signing
Manchester United have agreed a £35million deal with Atalanta for midfielder Ederson, but his late call-up to Brazil's World Cup squad means the medical and paperwork are unlikely to be completed until after the tournament ends.
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Konaté leaves Liverpool for Real Madrid, Mourinho announced as manager
Out of contract on June 30, French international defender Ibrahima Konaté has signed a four-year deal with Real Madrid, according to Radio France. Florentino Perez, re-elected president with 65% of the vote, also confirmed the return of José Mourinho as manager.
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Mourinho set to return as Real Madrid manager after Florentino Perez wins eighth presidential term
Florentino Perez has been re-elected as Real Madrid president and is expected to confirm Jose Mourinho as head coach on a three-year deal, replacing Alvaro Arbeloa. Perez also pledged a €150m club-record signing to be revealed on Tuesday.
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Real Madrid's Mourinho return complicates Man United's pursuit of Mateus Fernandes
José Mourinho's expected return to Real Madrid following Florentino Pérez's re-election as club president has put a significant obstacle in Manchester United's path to signing West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, 21, with the Bernabéu club tipped to move for the Portuguese playmaker.
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Van Hecke agrees personal terms with Spurs as De Zerbi targets third summer signing
Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke has reportedly agreed personal terms with Tottenham Hotspur despite two rejected bids, with the Dutch international said to be eager to reunite with manager Roberto De Zerbi in north London.
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Real Madrid election result ends Haaland threat but Rodri's City future stays unresolved
Florentino Perez has retained the Real Madrid presidency, effectively ending a rival candidate's pledge to sign Erling Haaland — but uncertainty over Rodri's contract situation at Manchester City continues to linger.
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Maresca inherits just 13 squad certainties as City face summer of upheaval
Manchester City could lose several key players this summer, with Rodri's future uncertain amid Real Madrid interest and potential departures for Savinho, Omar Marmoush and others leaving Enzo Maresca with a thin base to build from.
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United's family connection gives them an edge in race to sign England's Alex Scott
Manchester United hold a unique advantage over Chelsea in the pursuit of Bristol City midfielder Alex Scott: his step-sister, Maya Le Tissier, already captains United's women's side at Old Trafford.
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Rashford faces Barcelona exit as Gordon's £70m move casts doubt on permanent deal
Marcus Rashford's hopes of staying at Barcelona appear increasingly uncertain after the club signed Anthony Gordon for £70m. Gordon, who plays in the same position, revealed Rashford gave him a warm welcome and advice about life in the city.
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Ngumoha's England debut sends Iraola a clear message as Bayern Munich circle
Rio Ngumoha earned player of the match on his senior England debut against New Zealand on Saturday, a timely reminder for new Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola as Bayern Munich identify the 17-year-old as their top transfer target.
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Rashford gives Gordon Barcelona tips as United's left-back target nears Bayern move
Marcus Rashford has been advising Anthony Gordon on life at Barcelona despite his own uncertain future at the club. Meanwhile, United's linked left-back Nathaniel Brown has reportedly agreed personal terms with Bayern Munich on a deal until 2031.
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Man United's family connection could give them edge in Alex Scott transfer race
Manchester United hold an unusual advantage in the pursuit of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott: his step-sister, Maya Le Tissier, already captains United's women's side. Chelsea are also reportedly interested in the 22-year-old, who is with England's World Cup squad in North America.
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Merson calls Odegaard sale 'madness' but says Arsenal should consider it this summer
Paul Merson has urged Arsenal to consider selling captain Martin Odegaard despite his role in ending the club's 22-year Premier League drought. The Norwegian, 27, is entering the final 12 months of his £240,000-a-week contract.
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Gordon reveals Rashford's mentoring role after £70m Barcelona move from Newcastle
Anthony Gordon has spoken about his £70m transfer from Newcastle to Barcelona, disclosing that Marcus Rashford — his direct rival for an England starting spot — privately guided him on life at Camp Nou and in the city.
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