Man Utd transfer news: Rashford SLAMS ‘malicious’ rumours, Romano’s Antony TRUTH and Rabiot latest
Robin Bairner
- Updated: 6 Nov 2023 22:36 GMT
- 5 min read
Marcus Rashford finds himself in the Man Utd transfer news headlines following his absence from the squad that faced Fulham in the Premier League on Saturday.
Although Erik ten Hag’s side came through 1-0 thanks to a late Bruno Fernandes goal, the headlines since that encounter have surrounded the absence of the England international from the matchday squad.
It is something that has clearly irritated Rashford, who hit out at the “malicious rumours” that are being spread about him.
Romano reveals Rashford details
Football transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has taken to YouTube to explain exactly what went on between Rashford and Ten Hag late last week following the revelation that the striker had been to a party after the 3-0 derby loss to Manchester City.
Romano indicated that there was nothing concerning about his absence from the team that tackled Fulham.
Antony truth revealed by Romano
Antony has been linked with a surprise move away from Old Trafford in the January window, with the Brazilian’s future at the club up in the air after a poor start to the season.
Romano claims that he is not aware of any interest in the player, indicating that the situation remains “very quiet”.
The football transfer news expert did admit, however, that Antony knows that his performances will have to improve.
Relaxed over Mainoo interest
Man Utd are said to be “relaxed” over the interest that Manchester City have in midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, who has been with the club since he was nine years old.
The Manchester Evening News states that the Red Devils are comfortable with the situation, with City having tried to prise Mainoo away on several previous occasions only for the midfielder to reject their interest each time.
Ramos speaks out over Man Utd interest
Sergio Ramos has explained why he turned down the chance to sign for Man Utd in 2015.
The legendary centre-back is quoted by the Mirror as having said: “I stayed where I should have stayed, Real Madrid, but was indeed close to playing for United.
“It was not to be, but I do keep that admiration for the club, to the Premier League and the players, because the rhythm of play and the pace is different. It's a league we can learn a great deal from.
“That was not meant to be. I was glad to stay in Madrid and now I'm glad to be in Sevilla.”
Man Utd face wonderkid battle
Manchester United are “anxious” to sign leading academy player Omari Forson to a new contract, according to reports.
A string of Premier League clubs are lining up to pinch the teenager if Ten Hag’s side fail in this attempt.
Sabitzer reveals thoughts on Man Utd spell
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Marcel Sabitzer has spoken out about his six-month loan spell at Old Trafford last season and his thoughts on the club's current situation.
The Austrian joined Man Utd on loan from Bayern Munich before he left the Bavarian side on a permanent deal this summer.
Sabitzer told The Athletic: "I feel very positive about my time there and still talk to a couple of people. You ask yourself, ‘What’s going on?’ There’s a lot of noise, results are not good, they’ve had defeats at home, which almost felt unthinkable last season.
"And there’s still the unresolved situation of the ownership. You can see what that does to a team. I feel sorry for them because they’re all good guys, and extremely hungry for success."
New Juventus contract for Rabiot?
Juventus are confident that Adrien Rabiot will sign a new contract at the club, as per 90min.
The France international has been a long-term Man Utd target and the Red Devils remain interested in signing him, according to the report.
Competition for two targets
Man Utd have been linked with Real Betis midfielder Guido Rodriguez in recent days. The 2022 World Cup winner is out of contract in the summer and he could be an ideal replacement for Casemiro, who is beginning to show his age, but the Red Devils are not the only side interested.
In addition to long-time admirers Barcelona, Atletico Madrid are also in the mix, says Fabrizio Romano. The Italian transfer expert further revealed that Betis have thus far made no progress on extending the 29-year-old's deal.
Moreover, Man Utd will face competition for Edmond Tapsoba if they still hold on an interest in the Bayer Leverkusen defender. The Red Devils had looked at Tapsoba in the summer but were ultimately put off by the German side's asking price.
Fresh reports claim that Chelsea have begun targeting Tapsoba as a replacement for Trevoh Chalobah, who will almost certainly leave Stamford Bridge in January. Chalobah was tentatively linked with Man Utd last week.
