Man Utd give Amorim final Rashford say, Arsenal's Saka replacement plan, Chelsea optimism: FT recap

Tom Weber

Updated: 23 Dec 2024 20:17 GMT
5 min read

Marcus Rashford, Man Utd, 2024/25 — © IMAGO

Monday delivered some huge transfer news as Manchester United gave Ruben Amorim carte blanche to decide Marcus Rashford's future.

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Plus, Mikel Arteta revealed whether or not Arsenal will sign an injury replacement for Bukayo Saka and Chelsea are making progress in a deal with a European giant. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Amorim to make Rashford decision

Man Utd bosses have decided to give Ruben Amorim complete freedom in deciding the future of Marcus Rashford.

The Englishman could be replaced by a Premier League star as part of a €180 million spending spree.

Amorim has admitted that the Man Utd job is more difficult than anticipated.

But perhaps not as difficult as stepping in his footsteps at Sporting CP, with replacement Joao Pereira already set to be sacked.

Arsenal's Saka plan

Bukayo Saka will be sidelined for a while and Mikel Arteta has admitted that Arsenal could sign a replacement in January.

However, there is major competition for some of the Spaniard's favourite wingers.

And some are even claiming that Nico Williams' release clause has already been triggered.

Casadei to leave Chelsea

Lazio are in talks with Chelsea over a deal for Cesare Casadei and there is 'optimism' that a deal can be struck.

Ben Chilwell, meanwhile, could struggle to leave Stamford Bridge - again.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Florian Wirtz has been told that joining Bayern Munich would be a mistake.

Barcelona are taking legal measures to ensure that they will be able to register Dani Olmo.

Chelsea have been given a surprise boost in the chase for Victor Osimhen.

But there may be more pressing issues that need to be solved first.

Youngster Ayden Heaven is making waves at Arsenal.

Kylian Mbappe has revealed how he managed to revive his season.

Chelsea are eyeing a shock move for a Sporting CP wonderkid.

Lastly, Arsenal may be left ruing a €100m mistake.

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