Transfer: Chelsea agrees to a deal with Bernal, and Manchester United gives the new player Rashford's No. 10 shirt.

 Marcus Rashford will not be playing for Manchester United next season, the team has stated. The Red Devils revealed their decision when gave out the England international forward’s no.10 shirt to a new signing, Cunha. Football transfer guru, Fabrecio Romano, reports that Ruben Amorim’s side has also told the player’s agent Cunha has taken his shirt. “Man United also confirmed that Rashford’s representatives were informed that Matheus Cunha would be taking his number 10 shirt,” Romano wrote on X. “It’s definitely over between United and Rashford.” He went on to add that the England forward could end at LaLiga giants, Barcelona. Rashford played last season at Aston Villa. “Rashford dreams of Barcelona move as priority for his future,” he added. Meanwhile, Chelsea have also agreed to a scholarship deal for England U18 goalkeeper, Freddy Bernal. The Blues rejected a formal bid from Arsenal a few months ago as he was staying at the club, according to Romano.

In a decisive move, Arsenal makes a larger offer than Barcelona after a £60 million star decides he wants to move.

 Spanish winger Nico Williams is apparently more interested in joining Arsenal than Barcelona, but the player seems to prefer a move to Camp Nou.


After another trophyless season where they once again finished second in the Premier League, Arsenal are determined to reinforce their squad this summer. Injuries to forwards Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz highlighted the club’s lack of a true No.9, and manager Mikel Arteta is eager to fix that. The Gunners have been linked with several strikers, including Viktor Gyokeres, Benjamin Sesko, and Ollie Watkins.

In addition to a striker, Arsenal are targeting a new winger to compete with or replace Gabriel Martinelli, who struggled during the 2024/25 season. While Rodrygo was previously considered a top target, Arsenal now risk missing out due to a massive rival offer.

This has led them to refocus on Nico Williams, a long-term target who had a standout season at Athletic Bilbao, registering 7 goals and 11 assists. Although his high wage demands blocked a move last summer, Arsenal have now submitted an aggressive bid — reportedly worth €71 million (£60m) including his release clause, and a salary package of €9 million annually.

Despite Arsenal’s higher offer, Spanish outlet Sport claims Williams wants to join Barcelona and is willing to accept lower wages to make the move happen. He is also prepared to wait, giving new Barça coach Hansi Flick time to reach an agreement with Bilbao.

Meanwhile, Arsenal continue their striker search, with Football Insider reporting that Benjamin Sesko remains their top choice over Gyokeres, due to his younger age and experience in a stronger league.

Source: globalexpi.com.ng

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