Marcus Rashford is the name on everyone's lips this Wednesday. A massive three-way tug-of-war has erupted between Premier League giants Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham, all of whom are plotting a move for the 28-year-old Manchester United forward.
Wamma, the drama at Old Trafford is reaching a boiling point. While the London big boys are circling, the Manchester United hierarchy is reportedly digging their heels in. Word on the street is they have no intention of selling the winger to another English club.
Will Manchester United sell Marcus Rashford?
It is a messy situation for the Red Devils. On one hand, you have three heavyweights vying for his signature. On the other, United seems adamant about keeping their star man away from their direct Premier League rivals.
While the Rashford saga dominates the headlines, Arsenal are not just looking at forwards. The Gunners are reportedly sniffing around Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa. The 28-year-old England defender has caught the eye of Mikel Arteta as he looks to bolster his backline.
Who else is moving in the transfer window?
Away from the London clubs, Aston Villa's superstar goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is on Juventus' radar. The 33-year-old Argentina international is attracting serious interest from the Italian giants. Meanwhile, Juventus are also keeping a close eye on West Ham's French defender Jean-Clair Todibo.
In the Midlands, Nottingham Forest are in advanced talks to secure Sporting CP's Ousmane Diomande. The 22-year-old Ivory Coast defender is the target as Forest looks to tighten things up.
Over at Manchester United, the recruitment department is playing it smart—or perhaps they are being too cautious. They have cooled their interest in Brighton’s Carlos Baleba and Bournemouth’s Alex Scott. Both 22-year-old prospects are deemed too expensive for the United hierarchy right now. This is a huge blow for Bournemouth, who are desperate to keep Alex Scott despite the player rejecting a new contract.
Is Ipswich Town signing Daizen Maeda?
Yes, Ipswich Town have reached an agreement in principle to sign Celtic's Daizen Maeda. The 28-year-old Japanese forward will cost the club £8m, plus another £2m in add-ons. It is a massive move for the newly promoted side as they look to add flair to their attack.
Will Marcus Rashford move to a London club?
It is unlikely right now. While Arsenal, Chelsea, and Spurs are all interested, Manchester United do not want to sell him to another English club.
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