Man Utd still want Kane, Mbappe's Real Madrid feud and Rashford request: FootballTransfers Recap

Cameron Smith

• 20 Feb 2024 17:00 CST
• 6 min read

Tuesday, 20 February was jam-packed with both Champions League and Premier League action on the pitch, while transfer news was also rife.

The summer window may not open for several months, but clubs across world football are already making arrangements, including Manchester United, who are still interested in signing Harry Kane and Frenkie de Jong despite the fact both players appear likely to remain at their current clubs.

Below, FootballTransfers runs through all the biggest news stories from the day.

EXCLUSIVE Transfer News

Manchester United remain very keen on both Harry Kane and Frenkie de Jong ahead of what's believed to be a summer transfer window full of expenditure, FootballTransfers has been told.

Man Utd Transfer News

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has officially completed his acquisition of 25% of Man Utd's Class B shares and 25% of the club’s Class A shares.

Man Utd star Casemiro believes Kobbie Mainoo will become “one of the best midfielders in the Premier League” after an outstanding start to life in the Red Devils first-team.

Man Utd legend Dwight Yorke has urged Marcus Rashford to reject a move away from Old Trafford amid links with Paris Saint-Germain.

Man Utd are keeping an eye on midfielder Morten Hjulmand, according to Fabrizio Romano.

There could be something of a civil war at Man Utd over the future of Antony, according to a report.

Real Madrid remain in pole position to sign Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer this summer, but Los Blancos face competition from Man Utd.

Man Utd are interested in AC Milan star Tijjani Reijnders, but Erik ten Hag should push to sign another Serie A midfielder instead.

Chelsea Transfer News

With the future of Conor Gallagher at Chelsea under question, another England star could soon find himself out of the door at Stamford Bridge.

Ecuador wonderkid Kendry Paez will train with Chelsea’s first-team this week as he continues to gear up for a big-money move to Stamford Bridge.

Arsenal Transfer News

Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Arsenal have a great relationship with Joshua Zirkzee's agency.

Romano has also announced that two Arsenal players are close to extending their contracts at the Emirates Stadium.

Jurgen Klopp has seemingly questioned Arsenal’s decision to loan out Albert Sambi Lokonga to Luton Town for the 2023-24 season.

Other Transfer News

Jeremie Frimpong has admitted that joining Liverpool 'would be great.'

Frenkie de Jong has confirmed he is “very happy” at Barcelona and is not seeking to leave the club, despite reports to the contrary.

Liverpool and Manchester United are both interested in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, according to a report.

Fabrizio Romano has played down rumours linking Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies with a move to Barcelona this summer.

The relationship between Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid has already hit a snag before the PSG striker is even officially a member of Carlo Ancelotti’s squad – at least according to a report in Spain.

Arsenal and Liverpool are among the clubs who have made contact with Adrien Rabiot, according to a report.

Teun Koopmeiners would prefer to swap Atalanta for Juventus rather than move to the Premier League, according to Italian media.

Bayern Munich’s poor form has reportedly left the dressing room divided over whether Thomas Tuchel is the best man for the head coach job.