Como circle Zirkzee
Joshua Zirkzee is increasingly likely to leave. Como have emerged as a serious suitor for the Dutch striker, with Bologna also interested (1). The Serie A side, newly qualified for the Champions League, are preparing a move worth around £36m (1). Zirkzee has already made clear he wants out this summer.
Rashford as bait for Kone
INEOS are exploring using Marcus Rashford as a bargaining chip to land Roma midfielder Manu Kone (2). Rashford returned from his Barcelona loan and Michael Carrick is reportedly ready to sanction his permanent exit. Kone, 25, is a World Cup winner with France and exactly the profile United need in midfield. The idea is a swap deal rather than a straight cash transfer (2).
Fan reactions
The rumour mill has supporters split. Some are already mapping out how Youri Tielemans would fit into Carrick's midfield, while others are more excited about 19-year-old goalkeeper Kit Margetson arriving from Swansea City. See the full discussion.
