Manchester United are keen to strengthen their left wing but have no plans to reinstate Marcus Rashford. In an ideal scenario, Barcelona would trigger Rashford’s £26 million buy option and extend his stay at Camp Nou. The Englishman has been directly involved in 28 goals, but with Barcelona being Barcelona, there remains uncertainty over his future. The debt-ridden Catalan club wants United to lower their already agreed-upon demands and, at the same time, are also exploring the market to find cheaper alternatives. One such name on their shortlist is Abde Ezzalzouli. However, they now face competition from the Red Devils. Manchester United keen on Abde Ezzalzouli Speaking to The United Stand, journalist Ben Jacobs claimed that Manchester United have been looking at Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli recently. It is believed United “really like” the left-sided attacker, who has taken his game to another level this campaign, around two years after leaving Barcelona for Betis. The 24-year-old Moroccan has proven to be a nightmare to defend against, owing to his relentless dribbling and electric pace. His decision-making is also astute, underlined by his 14 goals and 13 assists this term. Abde and former United right-winger Antony have formed a threatening partnership in attack in Seville, ensuring a remarkable Champions League qualification for Manuel Pellegrini. United should definitely consider signing Abde, who has all the tools to add spark and width to Michael Carrick’s frontline. The Morocco international is under contract until 2029 and has a release clause of €60m. Barcelona told to sign Marcus Rashford Interestingly, Barcelona reportedly hold a percentage of Abde’s economic rights, meaning any sale would put them in line for a considerable windfall. Perhaps that might help them sign Rashford permanently. Recently, former Barca boss and current Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman urged the Spanish giants not to miss out on the opportunity of signing Rashford for a bargain fee. He said: “If Barcelona let him return to Manchester United after this loan spell, I think they’ll regret it hugely. Because €30 million in today’s market for a player with these qualities, these stats, this experience… that’s a steal. Rashford causes teams real problems.” The Dutch legend also hailed Rashford for his incredible match-winning performance against Real Madrid. Featured image Juan Manuel Serrano Arce via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Vishal Singh Vishal has worked in the football media industry for over six years, planning, writing, and editing content for several major outlets, including North Star Network. Vishal has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Delhi University. Currently a writer at The Peoples Person, he covers Manchester United — a club he has been religiously following and supporting since 2012. Vishal also manages a leading MUFC fan page, The Red Devils, on Facebook with over a million likes. Big fan of ball-playing centre-backs and Harry Maguire’s knee-slide celebration!
United plotting surprise move for ex-Barca winger tearing apart defences with unstoppable dribbling – report
Michael Carrick lands major nomination to end United’s post-Sir Alex hoodoo – report
Manchester United caretaker manager Michael Carrick’s spectacular run at Old Trafford has earned him a nomination for a prestigious Premier League award. The English manager was appointed in January to steady the ship after former head coach Ruben Amorim’s tumultuous reign came to an abrupt end. The Red Devils were an enigma under the Portuguese, marking a period that had more lows than highs and saw the team finish 15th in the Premier League table last season. The English giants ultimately opted for a change at the turn of the year and handed Carrick the reins of the first team. The Englishman previously had a short interim spell at the Theatre of Dreams after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s exit in 2024, during which he managed two wins and a draw in three games. The task at hand, however, was much bigger this time. Entering into the eye of the storm United may have recognised the need for a managerial revamp last summer, but they opted instead to invest in Amorim’s 3-4-3 system. After spending over £200 million on the attack and goalkeeping departments, INEOS were hoping the Portuguese could get the club back to where it belonged. While the team’s performances did improve, Amorim struggled to get results, and his management of young Kobbie Mainoo also attracted a lot of scrutiny. When Carrick entered the fray, the Red Devils were sixth in the Premier League table after 21 games, with eight wins and five defeats. To make matters worse, the Premier League giants had just exited the FA Cup in the third round at the hands of Brighton & Hove Albion, which was interim manager Darren Fletcher’s final game in charge. United wanted Carrick to steady the ship and push for a top-four finish to secure Champions League qualification for next season. The Englishman took charge at Old Trafford on 13 January and had a massive game to prepare for – the Manchester derby. Carrick’s Midas touch transforms United One of Carrick’s first decisions at the Theatre of Dreams was to abandon Amorim’s flawed 3-4-3 system and revert to a 4-2-3-1 formation. He also reinstated Bruno Fernandes in the No. 10 position and put his faith in Mainoo, both of which ended up paying dividends. The English manager defied all expectations by picking up a memorable 2-0 win over their bitter rivals at Old Trafford in his first game in charge. His next test was just as tough: a visit to the Emirates, where Arsenal had not lost in the league all season. However, Carrick tamed the Gunners, coming away with a hard-fought 3-2 win that added belief to the team and wind to the sails of United fans worldwide. Where Amorim had struggled to win three games in a row in his 14-month tenure, the Englishman won all of his first four matches. United have since picked up 10 wins and three draws from Carrick’s 15 games in charge, collecting 33 points – the most in the league during that period. The Red Devils have secured qualification for the Champions League and are third in the table with two games remaining. The Englishman’s efforts have now been recognised by the Premier League. Michael Carrick Managerial Career Stats TeamFromToGames PlayedGames WonGames DrawnGames LostWin % Manchester United (caretaker)21 November 20212 December 2021321066.7 Middlesbrough24 October 20224 June 202513663244946.3 Manchester United13 January 2026present15103266.7 Total——15475285148.7 Source: Wikipedia. Premier League’s Manager of the Season? The Premier League have announced their list of nominees for the Manager of the Season award and Carrick has been included in the shortlist. The other nominees are Mikel Arteta (Arsenal), Pep Guardiola (Manchester City), Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth), Regis Le Bris (Sunderland) and Keith Andrews (Brentford). Despite only managing for half a campaign, the United caretaker manager’s nomination speaks volumes about his impact at the club. The former midfielder also won the Premier League’s Manager of the Month for January. Carrick has now become the first United manager in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era to be nominated for the award. The legendary Scot won the accolade a record 11 times. Final Thoughts A recent report relayed by The Peoples Person suggests that Carrick is close to taking charge as the permanent manager at Old Trafford. Having also defeated Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa during his short spell, the Englishman has brought a smile back to United fans’ faces, and certainly deserves the award. Most Premier League points since Michael Carrick took over: 🥇 Man Utd — 33🥈 Man City — 31🥉 Arsenal — 30 A successful audition. 👏 pic.twitter.com/4Pt6Etw9K8 — Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) May 13, 2026 Featured image George Wood via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Deepungsu Pandit Deepungsu has been a Manchester United fan since 2000. In his playing days, he was an attacking midfielder with a proclivity for the back heel. Right now, however, he prefers to operate as a regista. Deepungsu has been writing about the Red Devils, Football, and other things since 2009. He has worked for over seven years with Sportskeeda, writing football reviews, opinions and news articles. Deepungsu also maintains a blog, The Thinking Me, where he writes about life and things that interest him. His favourite Manchester United player is Paul Scholes.
Kobbie Mainoo poised to cap his stunning resurgence with the same award that launched Rooney into stardom
Six months ago, Kobbie Mainoo’s future at Manchester United looked bleak. At the time, he was struggling to get into the United line-up, limited to cameo appearances and heavily linked with a move away, rather than staying to become a club legend. Which was surprising for a player, Paul Scholes said, that he was ten times better than he was at 19. All of a sudden, Mainoo, who had blown many away with his technical brilliance, was not considered good enough, or at least that was the impression Ruben Amorim left us with. Well, at the turn of the year, INEOS were brave enough to pull the plug on Amorim’s project at M16. Biggest winner of Amorim’s sacking Consequently, months later, Mainoo has been the biggest winner of that decision. Recalled to the starting line-up by interim head coach Darren Fletcher and then trusted with a key role by caretaker head coach Michael Carrick, the 21-year-old has gone on to impress. Trusted with a central, controlling midfield role, he has repaid that faith , dazzling with his composure, technical ability, and tactical maturity. Alongside Casemiro, he has turned an area of concern into an area of strength once more. In fact, in the 14 games Mainoo has started under Carrick, Manchester United have lost just once. His brilliance at the centre of the park has truly laid the foundation for the 20-time English champions’ resurgence. Kobbie Mainoo nominated for Premier League award It is no coincidence, then, that Mainoo has been officially nominated for the 2025/26 Premier League Young Player of the Season award. The youngsters who have made their mark in 2025/26 💫 Vote now for your Young Player of the Season ⬇️ — Premier League (@premierleague) May 14, 2026 Notably, the midfielder has been handed the chance to bring home an honour that Ryan Giggs (two), David Beckham, Wayne Rooney (two), and Cristiano Ronaldo all claimed during their time at Old Trafford. Young POTY battle, who does Mainoo face Meanwhile, Mainoo faces competition from Rayan Cherki, Nico O’Reilly, Lewis Hall, Junior Kroupi, Alex Scott, Mateus Fernandes, and Michael Kayode for the award. The Old Trafford faithful will hope he brings it home, and what a remarkable achievement that would be, given he has played the majority of his football in the second half of the season, making only 14 league starts in total. That said, Mainoo is not the only United player in contention for end-of-season honours. In addition, Carrick has been nominated for Premier League Manager of the Season, while Bruno Fernandes is contending for the 2025/26 Premier League Player of the Season award. Featured image by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Daniel Onguko Dan is a writer with The Peoples Person, an avid Manchester United fan whose passion for the Red Devils evolved into writing about them. He was introduced to United back in 2008, and his love for the club has continued to grow ever since. Like every other United fan, he believes the club will soon return to its rightful place and strives to reflect that belief in his writing. While he has also written about other Premier League sides, including Arsenal for Just Arsenal and The Arsenal Analysis Blogspot, Dan lives and breathes Manchester United.
United held talks with PL rival’s “elite” manager before finally settling on Carrick – Ben Jacobs
Manchester United held talks with Unai Emery before settling on Michael Carrick as their next permanent head coach, Ben Jacobs reveals. Carrick’s at the wheel It has emerged this week that INEOS are intent on keeping Carrick in place after an impressive interim spell. The 44-year-old Englishman took charge of United in a state of chaos, fresh from Ruben Amorim’s bombshell dismissal after an explosive fallout with sporting director Jason Wilcox. The former Red Devil has brought the same sense of calm and control he exuded across twelve glittering years at the heart of United’s midfield to the dugout at Old Trafford. United boast the best form in the Premier League during his tenure, with a return to the Champions League – INEOS’ target upon his appointment – secured with three games to spare. It’s therefore come as little surprise the hierarchy are set to recommend Carrick be given the job full time in an executive meeting with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe this week. But while the Wallsend native could not have done much more, on or off the pitch, to strengthen his case, it’s perhaps the actions of his peers which have proved most impactful in him securing his dream job. United’s leading target was Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique, widely considered the finest tactician in world football. Big-name alternatives included England boss Thomas Tuchel and Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti. But all three effectively ruled themselves out of the running as they remain committed to their current roles for the foreseeable future. The other candidates on the list – Andoni Iraola, Oliver Glasner and Julian Nagelsmann to name a few – all presented too much of a risk for INEOS to twist, rather than stick, on Carrick. United sounded out Emery Emery was another name high on United’s radar as an option, with explorative talks understood to have taken place with intermediaries of the Aston Villa manager. But, speaking to the United Stand, Jacobs reveals this interest extended as far as a “formative enquiry” with the Spaniard. The talkSPORT reporter claims advances were made to sound out Enrique and Tuchel, only to be firmly shut down. Talks were also held with Iraola’s camp, but not followed up on United’s side despite the Bournemouth boss becoming a free agent this summer. But it’s clear Emery was a strong contender for the shot-callers in M16, though why a move never progressed beyond this enquiry remains unclear. It’s understood Villa would fight tooth and nail to keep the Basque native in Birmingham, while there have been noises linking him with Real Madrid. Final Thoughts Interestingly, Sir Alex Ferguson is also understood to be a huge fan of Emery – who has been described as an “elite” tactician – with the legendary Scot “known to admire his qualities as a manager” after he was proposed to United on numerous occasions in the past. On a limited budget, often relying on loan deals for out-of-favour players like Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford, Emery has done an undoubtedly superb job to turn the Villans into one of the best sides in England during his time at Villa Park. But Carrick has passed his audition with flying colours and, in the absence of a truly elite option like Enrique, Tuchel or Ancelotti, INEOS are wise to exercise caution by opting for stability over speculation. Featured image George Wood via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Darragh Fox Darragh is an editor for The Peoples Person who spent three years learning about the Cold War at the University of Sheffield slowly realising football was by far the most interesting thing to write about. Amad’s first touch should be officially recognised as the eighth wonder of the world.
United pull ahead of PSG in race for elite 21-yo playmaker, talks underway over £60m switch – report
Manchester United are ready to rival Europe’s elite to strike a deal for West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, according to a new report. Eyed by Europe’s Elite Fernandes has enjoyed a superb season in east London after joining from Southampton for £42 million last summer. While the Portugal international faces the unflattering prospect of back-to-back relegations from the Premier League, he continues to attract interest from top clubs across the continent. If the Hammers are unable to avoid the drop, there is zero chance their 21-year-old maestro will be plying his trade in the Championship next season, such is the talent and potential he possesses. Capable of playing in a variety of roles in midfield, Fernandes is an all-action dynamo with a potent pairing of technique and physicality. He combines hard yards with high-level technique, industry with inventiveness, and is said to be an excellent presence in the dressing room. The former Sporting CP star, who was sold during Ruben Amorim’s time in Lisbon, is comfortably one of the best midfield prospects on the market this summer – which naturally has caught the attention of a host of top clubs. Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain are understood to have compiled extensive scouting reports and made contact with the player’s camp. Aston Villa, Chelsea, Manchester City and Newcastle United are also “monitoring developments closely,” TEAMtalk reveals. But it is the Red Devils who are said to be “frontrunners in the race” after receiving confirmation in talks of the midfielder’s desire to wear the esteemed red shirt. United leading the charge Well-placed sources indicate Fernandes is “extremely keen on a move to Old Trafford” as he wants to test himself in the Champions League. He also “idolises” his namesake, Bruno Fernandes, offering further incentive to make the switch to Manchester. United’s captain is understood to have recommended his younger compatriot to the hierarchy, having played alongside him for the Portuguese national side. The memory of a failed pursuit of Joao Neves will undoubtedly be singed into INEOS’s thinking this time around. A deal will become much more manageable financially if West Ham United are relegated, as their asking price will descend with them into the Championship. A fee of around £80 million was initially suggested, but this is expected to drop closer to the £60 million mark if they finish in the bottom three. The primary target remains Nottingham Forest talisman Elliot Anderson, with United expected to make a formal approach for the 23-year-old England international later this month. However, competition will prove fierce from the blue half of Manchester, who are said to be favourites to agree a deal. Final Thoughts Given the intense competition the midfield market will be subject to this summer, a £60m raid for Fernandes represents one of the best – and, crucially, most realistic – pieces of business United can make. Talks are already underway with his representatives, though club-to-club negotiations are yet to be initiated. West Ham will not be willing to consider proposals until their future inside or outside the Premier League is set. Featured image Julian Finney via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Darragh Fox Darragh is an editor for The Peoples Person who spent three years learning about the Cold War at the University of Sheffield slowly realising football was by far the most interesting thing to write about. Amad’s first touch should be officially recognised as the eighth wonder of the world.
The Athletic confirm major Man Utd boost as Premier League target now ‘expected to be sold’ amid INEOS interest
Manchester United-linked midfielder Mateus Fernandes is ‘expected to be sold’ by West Ham this summer, despite spending only one season at the club.That’s according to The Athletic’s Irons correspondent Roshane Thomas today, who adds that the coveted star will be on the move even if West Ham manage to retain their Premier League status. PSG are among a number of clubs interested in signing Mateus Fernandes. The midfielder does not have a release clause in his contract, but is expected to be sold this summer, irrespective of which league West Ham will be in next season. #WHUFC https://t.co/HAEB6J74DI — Roshane Thomas (@RoshaneSport) May 14, 2026DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYWest Ham: The state of play ahead of matchweek 37Nuno Espirito Santo’s side sit two points behind 17th-placed Tottenham Hotspur heading into the final two fixtures of the campaign, so they can only win their matches and hope that Chelsea and Everton do them a favour by claiming the maximum points from their encounters with Spurs.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustMeanwhile, the Hammers take on Newcastle United and Leeds United, which, on paper, are perhaps less daunting matches than their relegation rivals.Fernandes will hope to play a pivotal role in the final outings, given that they will now also mark his last appearances for the London outfit. That is outstanding 🚀 Mateus Fernandes fires home West Ham’s third goal before half-time 🔥 📺 @tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/Ibe16CJu5K — Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) January 24, 2026The 21-year-old joined only eight months ago in a £38 million switch from Southampton following their 20th-placed top-flight finish in 2024/2025.Yet, even amidst two consecutive relegation scraps, Fernandes has impressed enough that he has now found himself on the shortlists of Arsenal, United and Paris Saint-Germain. There has been an increase in the number of European scouts attending games at the London Stadium to monitor West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes. Nine months after his arrival, West Ham are already planning for life without the 21-year-old. Sources with knowledge of the… pic.twitter.com/IUQWVxBnIx — The Athletic | Football (@TheAthleticFC) May 14, 2026Fernandes garners interest from English and European giantsIndeed, it was revealed today that this term’s Champions League finalists have also begun sizing up a swoop for the youngster, who has yet to indicate where his future may lie beyond the summer.West Ham’s league status will also determine what kind of fee they can demand for Fernandes. Club Appearances (starts) Goal contributions Minutes played Southampton 36 (34) 6 2,922 West Ham 34 (33) 6 2,946 Fernandes’ Premier League record (Transfermarkt)Should they fall victim to the dreaded drop, they’ll likely have to accept a much lower fee than they’d hope in order to secure a quick financial boost and keep the player happy.On the other hand, if they achieve survival by next Sunday, the board will be keen to receive a lucrative fee if they’re made to facilitate Fernandes’ departure.
BBC: Man Utd make ‘discreet enquiry’ over ex-Liverpool star as ‘discussions’ get ‘underway’
Manchester United are among a host of Premier League clubs to have made ‘discreet enquiries’ over Neco Williams’ situation, according to BBC Sport’s Sami Mokbel.Although he is contracted to the City Ground until June 2029, Nottingham Forest have now been prompted to open talks over an improved deal in hopes of fending off outside interest in their key starter, with ‘discussions’ now ‘underway’. Nottingham Forest open talks with defender Neco Williams over improved contract amid growing interest from Premier League clubs. Newcastle, Man Utd, Aston Villa and Everton among the clubs updated on 25 y/o situation. https://t.co/awlerCzeG5 — Sami Mokbel (@SamiMokbel_BBC) May 14, 2026DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYUnited establish surprise interest in Forest’s Neco WilliamsThe Red Devils have been joined by Aston Villa, Everton and Newcastle United in gauging Williams’ availability.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustFor United and the Toffees, it would be a particularly shocking move if anything materialised, given the full-back, 25, spent 15 years of his youth and senior career on Liverpool’s books.He was loaned out to Fulham in 2022, after which he agreed a £12 million switch to Forest, where he has since accumulated 127 Premier League appearances. “Neco Williams steps up when Forest needed it!” What a strike this is to bring Nottingham Forest level 💥 pic.twitter.com/W85z8Hx4a0 — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) April 12, 2026Why are United being linked with Williams and other left-backs?United chiefs are seemingly in the market for a new left-back in the lead-up to the window opening amid concerns over Luke Shaw’s fitness. Luke Shaw made more interceptions (3) than any other player on the pitch combined in the first half vs Arsenal. ⛔️ #ARSMUN #PremierLeague pic.twitter.com/bxKplZ00u4 — WhoScored (@WhoScored) January 25, 2026While he has been able to start every league fixture this campaign, the 30-year-old has had to be withdrawn through injury concerns on numerous occasions, and was spotted limping out of the Stadium of Light following last Saturday’s goalless draw to Sunderland. Appearances Injured Minutes played 323 231 25,097 Shaw’s record in all competitions since signing for United in 2014What’s more, the addition of Champions League football to the fixture list will come as a major shock to the system of the squad after they have played their fewest number of matches (40) since 1915.Read more: ‘Set to open talks’ — Romano provides blockbuster Thursday morning Man Utd update, ‘next step’ decided
‘Set to open talks’: Romano provides blockbuster Thursday morning Man Utd update, ‘next step’ decided
Fabrizio Romano has verified reports that Manchester United are ‘set to open talks’ with Michael Carrick regarding the managerial vacancy.It comes after Laurie Whitwell revealed yesterday that the interim boss had emerged as Jason Wilcox’s and Omar Berrara’s first-choice candidate to lead the side into 2026/2027 and, hopefully, beyond. 🚨 Michael Carrick in line for permanent Manchester United head coach job, with recommendation being made by football leaders to executive committee, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Set to pave way for talks on new contract ⬇️ #MUFC https://t.co/zud9EkIAr5 — Laurie Whitwell (@lauriewhitwell) May 13, 2026DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYMichael Carrick: The state of playCarrick is said to be ‘open and excited’ by the prospect of managing his former club on a permanent basis, having dedicated 12 years of his playing career to the Red Devils.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustThe ‘next step’ will be getting Sir Jim Ratcliffe on board to ratify the decision, after which it will be a case of crossing the t’s and dotting the i’s on his contract. 🚨 Manchester United are also set to open talks with Michael Carrick over new contract. It’d be the next step when Sir Ratcliffe procees to approve the decision to continue with Carrick, as @lauriewhitwell reported. Carrick open and excited. 🎥 https://t.co/REB6JrMrpJ pic.twitter.com/iXShkkR1in — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 14, 2026INEOS did their due diligence by considering alternative options, namely Andoni Iraola and the experienced Unai Emery.The former will be leaving Bournemouth at the end of the season when his terms expire, although it looks as though he’s Selhurst Park-bound, with Oliver Glasner also preparing to move on from Crystal Palace.Why Carrick is now the favourite to take charge of United long-termUnited chiefs have been impressed by Carrick swiftly fulfilling the task assigned to him: qualifying for the Champions League.His record in the dugout throughout this spell now stands at 10 wins, three draws and two losses, and he has made United one of the most in-form teams in the Premier League since taking charge in mid-January. Michael Carrick has done an incredible job at @ManUtd 👏 No side has taken more points since he returned to Old Trafford in January 🔝 pic.twitter.com/c6quPbeXv9 — Premier League (@premierleague) May 3, 2026The Englishman, who previously gained experience managing Middlesbrough for three years, has secured triumphant victories over arch-rivals Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool, making it no surprise he has the backing of the majority of the Old Trafford faithful.
Romano: ‘United want the money’ — INEOS adamant about cashing in on £35m-valued star despite revitalised form
Manchester United will cash in on Marcus Rashford this summer, irrespective of his revitalised form this season.The forward is seeing out the final weeks of his loan spell with Barcelona, after which they will either have to pay up or send him back to Carrington.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYMarcus Rashford: The state of playIt’s thought United would be open to welcoming Rashford back to the squad for pre-season, but only to find him another suitor who’d be willing to pay up for him.Although he is valued in the region of £35 million by Transfermarkt, Barcelona have the option of signing him for just £26 million, which is a steal in today’s market.The 28-year-old has played an invaluable role in Barcelona claiming the Spanish Super Cup and, last weekend, the La Liga title. Appearances Goals Assists 48 14 14 Rashford’s record in all competitions this termHe influenced the latter directly by scoring a scintillating free-kick in the Blaugrana’s El Clásico triumph at Camp Nou, which set in stone that they’d be finishing atop the table. Rashford’s goal gets better every time.#laligahighlights pic.twitter.com/eCqwdpnnZm — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 12, 2026Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustWhy Barcelona are dragging their heels in Rashford talksYet, what’s thought to be deterring Barca from buying Rashford is that he isn’t a nailed-on starter under Hansi Flick.He has started just 17 times in the league and, prior to their quarter-final exit, was deployed from the off in five of the side’s 12 Champions League matches.That’s why the Catalan giants are hoping to try and haggle a lower fee with United, who are sticking to their guns in negotiations.“He would like to continue at Barca, he’s very happy, as a club, as a city, the teammates, the coach, the connection is very good,” said Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel.“Now, depends on Barca and United. The two clubs are discussing, but still no agreement.“Man United insist: 30 million euros – the full clause. Barcelona want to renegotiate; one more season on loan, maybe include an option or obligation, different terms. So Barcelona want to be creative, Man United want the money.”
Formal approach imminent: Man United looking to get ahead of arch-rivals by tabling early proposal for PL ‘revelation’
Manchester United are reportedly plotting an imminent formal approach for Elliot Anderson, according to GiveMeSport.The Red Devils are seemingly looking to poke their noses in front of arch-rivals Manchester City in the race for the midfield starlet, who has a seismic decision to make on his future in the coming months.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYElliot Anderson tipped for summer switchWhile Nottingham Forest would love nothing more than to keep hold of their talisman, they will be braced for an influx of summer interest, which is sure to tempt Anderson following a tumultuous campaign at the City Ground. Elliot Anderson has played more forward passes (745) than any other midfielder in the Premier League this season. 📊⏩ pic.twitter.com/IdwWZyZCmR — WhoScored (@WhoScored) May 10, 2026Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you canAlthough the East Midlands outfit reached the Europa League semi-finals, their Premier League safety was only confirmed last weekend, meaning it’s been nothing short of a hugely stressful season for the squad.As a result, you’d imagine that Anderson will want to switch his attention further up the table, where he can be competing for silverware while simultaneously plying his trade in the Champions League. Appearances Starts Goal contributions Minutes played 73 68 14 5,923 Anderson’s Premier League record with ForestAnderson has a career-defining window ahead of himThe Newcastle United graduate is poised to feature in his first-ever major international tournament next month with England, having impressed so much that he is now seen as a shoo-in to make Thomas Tuchel’s squad. Elliot Anderson with a HUGE goal for Nottingham Forest! 🌳 pic.twitter.com/hwy5Wx9ls0 — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 10, 2026Then, assuming he hasn’t chosen already, Anderson will be navigating countless proposals from his suitors across Europe, with the two Manchester clubs at the front of the queue.Hailed as a ‘revelation’ by ex-Forest star Andy Reid, the 23-year-old could generate one of the highest transfer fees of any player in recent years.
