Dawson: No big European teams want Rashford (2:06)
Rob Dawson believes that Marcus Rashford might have to stay at Manchester United after revealing that none of the major European clubs are interested in signing him. (2:06)
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Nick Judd, Transfer writerDec 21, 2024, 06:46 PM ET
Three Saudi clubs have expressed their interest in signing Marcus Rashford from Manchester United, while Juventus are keen to try and steal a march on several rivals to land midfielder Dani Ceballos. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Saudi Pro League trio Al Ahli, Al Ittihad and Al Qadsiah are all interested in signing Marcus Rashford from Manchester United in January, according to Talksport. The 27-year-old England international has declared that he’s ready for a new challenge away from Old Trafford, and a number of European clubs, including Bayern Munich and Barcelona, have also been monitoring the situation. Bild suggested Bayern have ended their pursuit, leaving Al Ahli in pole position to sign Rashford, though they would need to de-register a foreign player in an effort to comply with Saudi Pro League registration rules. The most likely player to leave to facilitate Rashford would be fellow striker Roberto Firmino, who has been linked with a move to Turkish side Fenerbahce.
– Juventus are considering a move for Real Madrid star Dani Ceballos as a potential replacement for Arthur, according to Ekrem Konur. The 28-year-old midfielder has recently returned to Carlo Ancelotti’s starting line-up after being in and out of the side — a period that has seen him linked with a move away from Los Blancos in January. His recent return could alleviate his desire for regular football before his contract ends in 2027, but Juventus are willing to test his resolve. The Bianconeri, set to lose Arthur in January, face competition from Real Betis, Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad.
– Manchester United are set for a busy January transfer window and one player likely to leave is defender Victor Lindelöf, with Ekrem Konur suggesting that Fenerbahce, Juventus, AC Milan, Internazionale, Leicester City and West Ham United are all interested. The 30-year-old Sweden international has been told his contract won’t be renewed at Old Trafford. Everton are also interested.
– Chelsea are keen to sign Sporting CP teenager Dário Essugo, according to The Sun. The 19-year-old midfielder is currently on loan at Las Palmas where he has played 11 times, scoring once. His performances have impressed the Blues, but Leeds United — who tried to sign the youngster in the summer — are looking to secure a loan-to-buy arrangement.
– Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou is keen to provide cover for Guglielmo Vicario‘s long-term injury by signing goalkeeper James Trafford from Burnley, according to the Mirror. Fraser Forster is deputizing for Vicario but was guilty of two errors in the London club’s recent 4-3 win against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup. Trafford, 22, is available for around £20 million, and is seen as a long-term prospect capable of pushing Vicario for his spot.
