Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have reignited their pursuit of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford. The French giants previously made a bid of £75 million for the English international during the summer transfer window, but Manchester United stood firm, demanding a fee exceeding £100 million. PSG’s interest in Rashford has resurfaced, suggesting they may return with an improved offer in the future.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are preparing to bolster their defense with a significant investment in Atalanta center-back Isak Hien. The Gunners are reportedly willing to spend €50 million (£41.9 million) to bring Hien to the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal view the Swedish defender as a strong competitor for William Saliba and Gabriel, further strengthening their backline options as they seek to build a title-contending squad.
Despite speculation about Paris Saint-Germain’s interest in Christopher Nkunku, Chelsea are determined to hold on to the French forward. According to Football Insider, the Blues have no intention of selling Nkunku, who remains a key figure in their attacking setup.
In a move to address their left-back situation, Manchester United are setting their sights on Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell. The Red Devils have identified Chilwell as their preferred target for the left-back position in 2025, signaling a long-term plan to strengthen that area of their defense.
Liverpool, not to be left behind in the transfer market, are eyeing a major investment in Real Madrid winger Rodrygo. The Brazilian was valued at over £130 million during the summer, and the Merseyside club are reportedly willing to make a significant offer in the future to bring him to Anfield.
Aston Villa are also active in the transfer market and are considering a January bid for RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba. However, Lukeba’s £60 million price tag may pose a challenge, especially as Chelsea and Real Madrid are also showing interest in the talented center-back.
Inter Milan’s midfielder Nicolo Barella is attracting interest from several top clubs, including Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Manchester City. The Italian international has emerged as a hot commodity, with his performances making him a key target for Europe’s elite.
Barcelona are planning for next summer’s transfer window and have identified Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez as a backup option if they fail to secure the signing of Erling Haaland from Manchester City. In addition, Alexander Isak of Newcastle United is their third option should both top targets prove elusive.
Isak is reportedly delaying contract talks with Newcastle United as he seeks to become the club’s highest earner and include a release clause. Arsenal are closely monitoring the situation and could make a move if the contract negotiations stall.
In other transfer news, Real Madrid are competing with AC Milan for River Plate midfielder Franco Mastantuono, though Milan are hesitant to trigger his €45 million (£37.7 million) release clause. Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are also going head-to-head to sign Lille midfielder Angel Gomes, whose contract is nearing its end.
Lastly, Arsenal left-back Kieran Tierney is eager to leave the club and hopes to reunite with former manager Brendan Rodgers at Celtic. Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City scouts were recently in attendance to watch Club Brugge’s Maxim De Cuyper and Torino’s Samuele Ricci during a Nations League clash between Belgium and Italy.