Manchester United would consider offers to sign star trio Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Højlund, while Marcus Rashford's representatives have arrived in Italy for talks with AC Milan. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
- Manchester United would consider offers to sign star trio Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Højlund, says The Guardian. Garnacho, 20, has been a key member of the squad for the past few seasons, scoring 13 goals in 76 Premier League games, while Mainoo and Højlund are viewed as key players for the future. However, concerns over the club complying with Profit and Sustainability Rules could see United reluctantly part ways with them. While the trio certainly aren't being forced out of Old Trafford, they also are not considered "untouchable" by the club's hierarchy if the right offer does come in.
- Marcus Rashford's representatives arrived in Italy late on Tuesday ahead of scheduled talks with AC Milan, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Rossoneri are keen to understand the conditions of any future loan deal, which could be finalized in the coming weeks. Rashford's camp are also expected to talk with Borussia Dortmund and a number of other European clubs in the coming days. Rashford, 27, hasn't played for Manchester United since he was left out of Ruben Amorim's squad for the Manchester Derby last month. As such, he is widely expected to depart Old Trafford, with a loan deal currently the most likely outcome.
- The representatives of Bayern Munich attacking midfielder Jamal Musiala want to include a €175 million release clause in his new contract, reports Bild. Talks are currently ongoing with the Bundesliga side over an extension that will secure his future at the Allianz Arena until the summer of 2030, and the latest indicates that he wants to ensure that his new deal includes an exit route. Musiala currently has 18 months remaining on his current terms.
- Arsenal are keeping tabs on AC Milan left-back Theo Hernández amid interest from Internazionale in Oleksandr Zinchenko, reports the Sun. Manager Mikel Arteta is reportedly open to parting ways with the 28-year-old Ukraine international, who the Nerazzurri believe would be a strong addition to their squad. Meanwhile, the Gunners are watching the contract situation of Hernandez, 27, as a potential replacement after he recently entered the final 18 months of his deal at the San Siro.
- An opening offer for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush is being prepared by Manchester City, reports the Telegraph. The Premier League club are believed to be keen to reinforce their attack this month, and they are hopeful of persuading Die Adler to part ways with the 25-year-old, who has scored 18 goals while registering nine assists in 23 matches across all competitions. Previous reports have indicated that it could take an offer worth in the region of €60m to land him.
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- Bayern Munich midfielder Sam Kerr has joined Liverpool's women's team on loan until the end of the season. Read
- Italian Serie A side Como have signed Spanish teenage winger Assane Diao on a permanent transfer from Real Betis.
- Former Barcelona and AC Milan striker Patrick Kluivert has been named the new head coach of Indonesia. Read
Gab Marcotti joins ESPN FC to discuss the rumors of Marcus Rashford being linked with AC Milan.
EXPERT TAKE
ESPN reporter Rob Dawson on the situation at Manchester United.
There is no immediate threat of Mainoo leaving Manchester United and he remains a key player for new boss Ruben Amorim. The stories about his possible departure have spawned out of more talk about the club's financial position. It's precarious and because of that they can't completely rule out listening to offers for any member of their first-team squad should they arrive. It's true of the players they want out like Casemiro, Rashford and Christian Eriksen; and also the ones they want to keep like Mainoo, Leny Yoro and Højlund.
Garnacho is in a slightly different situation. United have always suspected that one day he might want to return to Spain and -- right now -- he's slipped down the pecking order under Amorim. If there was a reasonable offer from say, Atletico Madrid, United would seriously consider it. It's not the case that he's being forced out but the reality is that he's one of United's only really valuable young players.
The club do not want to get rid of their best youngsters. The situation around Mainoo, Garnacho and the rest is simply evidence of the dire state of the club's finances. The brutal truth is that United do not have the luxury of making any player completely off limits.
OTHER RUMORS
- Cristiano Ronaldo is "managing different options" when it comes to his future. One possibility would be staying with Al Nassr; another would be a move to the United States. Either way, Ronaldo would like to be reunited with former teammate Casemiro. (Marca)
- Arsenal want PSG forward Kang-in Lee, 23, on loan with an option to sign permanently. But the club won't let the South Korea international leave. (L'Equipe)
- Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani is set to leave the club this month and Manchester United are considering a loan move. (Telegraph)
- United also want Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, but the asking price of £40m would be too much for them. (TEAMtalk)
- Chelsea defender Renato Veiga has attracted interest from Wolves and Bournemouth. (Mail)
- Defender Axel Disasi could be allowed to leave Chelsea as they chase a move for Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi. (Telegraph)
- Liverpool want £20m from clubs looking to sign midfielder Ben Doak, who is on loan at Middlesbrough. Crystal Palace and Ipswich are set to return for him this month. (Guardian)
- Bayern Munich have submitted a contract offer to 19-year old Hoffenheim midfielder Tom Bischof, whose contract expires in the summer. (Florian Plettenberg)
- Nottingham Forest are in talks to extend the deal of centre-back Murillo, which ends in 2028. (Athletic)
- Aston Villa and Tottenham have asked about the loan signing of PSG centre-back Milan Škriniar. (L'Equipe)
- Fulham midfielder Andreas Pereira, 29, could leave the club to join Palmeiras. (Fabrizio Romano)
- Juventus have added Feyenoord defender Dávid Hancko to their January transfer shortlist. (Footmercato)
- Flamengo have beaten Sevilla to the signing of Brazilian striker Juninho from Azerbaijan outfit Qarabag. Juninho had undergone a medical with Sevilla, however the deal fell through after Flamengo reportedly offered Juninho three times the wages that Sevilla had presented. (TNT)
- Argentine club Banfield have made an offer to former Real Madrid midfielder James Rodríguez that would see him sign until December 2026. (César Luis Merlo)
- Atalanta midfielder Éderson is a "Plan B" for Real Madrid in midfield. (Diario AS)
- Bayer Leverkusen's Jonathan Tah is yet to commit to joining Barcelona despite being heavily linked with the club. (Florian Plettenberg)
- Chelsea's Carney Chukwuemeka is on Borussia Dortmund's winter shortlist. (Sky Germany)
- Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez is on the radar of AC Milan. (TeamTalk)
- Manchester City are leading the race to sign Lens centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov. (Ben Jacobs)
- Bayern Munich are currently in talks with left-back Alphonso Davies over a new contract, and they are "confident" of reaching an agreement despite interest from Liverpool, Real Madrid and Manchester United. (Bild's Christian Falk)
- Chelsea forward João Félix is considering his options and could leave Stamford Bridge if the Blues receive a suitable offer this month. (Team Talk)
- Paris Saint-Germain left-back Nuno Mendes is keen on a switch to Manchester United. (Foot Mercato)
- A move for Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo is under consideration by Arsenal as a potential transfer in the summer. (Sky Sports Deutschland's Florian Plettenberg)
- Tottenham Hotspur and Celtic are in the race to sign St. Patrick's Athletic and Republic of Ireland youth international forward Mason Melia. (The Sun)