Rashford says Barcelona ‘feels like home’
“I want to win the biggest trophies and feel like Barcelona is a huge club in the football world so it is the perfect place,” Rashford said at a press conference unveiling him as a new La Liga player.
“You see with the team last season, they have a young ambitious team and I want to add my qualities, my personality, improve the team and help them win.
“(It was) not difficult. I was clear on my preference from the beginning. Actually from maybe in January. It didn’t work out in January so I went to Aston Villa and enjoyed a good period there. I’m very grateful for the opportunity to play there.
“The summer came around very quickly, it was time to make another decision. My choice was easy. It’s a family club, something I’m used to from my past.
“It feels like home. I feel I made the right decision. I’m excited to get going and eager to play the first game in front of the fans.”
Mike Jones25 July 2025 08:37
Marcus Rashford departs Man Utd as the club legend who was let down
As Marcus Rashford is unveiled as a new Barcelona player, one can’t help but feel that it could have all been so different.
The Manchester-born United fan who netted twice on his debut seemed like a fairytale story, and for a while it was, with the then-18-year-old even playing a part in a major trophy win as Manchester United won a first FA Cup in 13 years that May.
Mike Jones25 July 2025 08:30
Could this really happen?
Foot Mercato in France are reporting that Liverpool have opened talks with Real Madrid winger Rodrygo.
The 24-year-old winger is out of favour under Xabi Alonso and could seek a move this summer.
Quite whether the Reds would want to spend big again, following Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz’s arrivals to bolster the front line, is unclear.
L’Equipe also detailed how Rodrygo would “without a doubt” replace Luis Diaz, should the Colombian international leave this summer.
Mike Jones25 July 2025 08:22
Man Utd sign Mbeumo from Brentford
Manchester United have completed the long-awaited signing of Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo for a fee rising to £71m.
Nearly seven weeks after seeing their first offer rebuffed, the Red Devils finally have their man and the 25-year-old has signed a deal until 2030 with the option of a further year.
Mbeumo leaves Brentford for an initial £65m fee that could rise by a further £6m should certain add-on clauses related to team and player be achieved.
Bryan Mbeumo has completed his move to Man United (Manchester United)
Mike Jones25 July 2025 08:15
Liverpool reach agreement to sign Hugo Ekitike
The fee could rise to £79m if add-ons are triggered and the French forward is set to become their fourth summer signing.
Ekitike will travel to Merseyside for a medical and will sign a six-year deal, with personal terms not expected to be a problem.
Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike is joining Liverpool (Bradley Collyer/PA) (PA Wire)
Mike Jones25 July 2025 08:07
Chelsea and Arsenal battle for Simons
Xavi Simons has made his thoughts clear that he wants to leave RB Leipzig this summer.
Sky Sports say that there is some interest in the midfielder from Premier League clubs and that the player would be open to the move.
Arsenal and Chelsea were the two clubs named but both have been busy scouting out other targets this summer.
Bayern Munich are also said to be interested in Simons but won’t make any moves until later in the transfer window.
Simons’ fee could cost anywhere between €50-65m.
Mike Jones25 July 2025 08:00
Why Man United could be in pole position for Sesko
Fabrizio Romano has pointed to a key reason why Manchester United could be in pole position to sign Benjamin Sekso, and it is down to their head of scouting, Christopher Vivell.
Vivell is a former part of the Red Bull Group and knows Sesko, who plays for RB Leipzig.
United have made no official contact with Leipzig yet, but there is interest.
Mike Jones25 July 2025 07:53
Man Utd told Ollie Watkins is ‘not for sale’ after initial approach
Manchester United have been firmly rebuffed by Aston Villa after an informal inquiry over a possible move for Ollie Watkins.
United made the inquiry on Thursday evening but were told that Watkins ‘is not for sale’.
Watkins is just one of a few strikers United have looked at along with others including Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.
With a valuation of around £60m, Watkins is one of the cheaper options United are exploring and has proven Premier League quality.
If they do pursue a deal then it will be difficult to convince Villa to part ways with their man.
(Action Images/Reuters)
Mike Jones25 July 2025 07:46
Arteta addresses Mosquera acquisition
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said: “We’re delighted to welcome Cristhian to Arsenal. As a 21-year-old defender, Cristhian has already performed consistently well with significant experience in La Liga.
“He is an intelligent player with good pace, who can play centrally and on both sides. He is a young player with exciting talent and enormous potential, who will fit well into our squad as we continue to prepare for next season.
“Cristhian adds good quality to our squad, and we look forward to working with him and making him feel at home with us. From all of us, we welcome Cristhian and his family to the club.”
Sporting director Andrea Berta added: “We’re very happy and excited to have signed a hugely talented young player in Cristhian Mosquera. We identified Cristhian as one of the strongest young defenders in European football, and he is an important signing for our future.
“Cristhian is a versatile defender who will strengthen our squad. We cannot wait to see him playing for us. Together with everyone at the club, we warmly welcome Cristhian and his family to Arsenal.”
Mike Jones25 July 2025 07:40
Liverpool to consider Isak bid?
The Daily Mail report that Liverpool are preparing a British-record bid for Alexander Isak after he told Newcastle he wants to ‘explore his options’ this summer.
Newcastle have no need no urgency to sell the striker though Isak’s own feelings may sway them slightly.
He wants a new challenge and the Mail say that Liverpool are preparing to submit a huge offer to try and tempt Newcastle to part ways.
The Reds have already spent plenty of money in this window but have a lot of leeway in terms of PSR meaning they could still splash out on an expensive signing.
Having also brought in Hugo Ekitike as a No.9 option they aren’t in desperate need of Isak’s signature either so have a decent starting position in negotiations should things develop between the two clubs.
Mike Jones25 July 2025 07:39