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Marcus Rashford is desperate for a resurgence of form under new Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag. The England forward lost his place in the national team last season, as he endured a difficult campaign along with his United team-mates. As well as their collective struggles, which saw the club suffer their worst-ever Premier League finish, Rashford had a tricky time personally - scoring just four goals in 25 top-flight matches. After the anguish of his Euro 2020 final penalty shootout miss, Rashford had the worst possible start to last season as he was forced to miss the opening games following shoulder surgery. The 24-year-old is aiming to put the disappointment of the last year behind him, as he looks to play a vital part in the rebuilding process at Old Trafford. "It is an opportunity to refresh. I am ready to go again," Rashford said. “For me it is a fresh start, something I am looking forward to." Jadon Sancho and Anthony Martial will continue to provi...

Fabregas joined Monaco from Chelsea after winning two Premier League titles in three years in January 2019, also on a free transfer. He made just 68 appearances in the ensuing seasons though, and failed to add to his considerable career trophy haul. Earlier in the summer, Fabregas was linked with a move to Las Palmas. While the Segunda Division side's president initially scoffed at the rumours, laughing off his club's capacity to pay the Spain legend's wages, he has changed his attitude in recent days. He told Spanish radio station Onda Cero earlier in the week, that "'the chances of Cesc joining us are 40 per cent. He has behaved like a gentleman in his talks with us. Convincing a World Cup winner to play in the second division is complicated. But from a sporting perspective we are clearly a good option for him." But on Thursday morning, he announced that the deal would not go ahead, "Cesc Fabregas will not play at Las Palmas. We have been negotiat...

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has ruled out any further incoming transfers to the Bernabéu this summer. Speaking after landing with the Madrid squad in the United States ahead of a series of tour matches, Ancelotti outright rejected the notion that Madrid would sign any more players, saying, "I can tell you we won't sign anyone. We're fine as it is." Real Madrid have signed only two first-team players this summer, but are apparently not looking to add any further signings. Madrid's pre-season tour will feature matches against Barcelona in Las Vegas, Club America in San Francisco and Juventus in Los Angeles. These matches will give Ancelotti the chance to try out his new plan for Eden Hazard. Hazard, still Real Madrid's record signing since joining in 2019 for €100m from Chelsea, has never produced anything like his best form in Spain. According to a report from Spanish newspaper AS, Ancelotti will attempt to get the best out of the 31-year-old by...

Rangers are set to sign highly-rated Bayern Munich midfielder Malik Tillman on loan, with an option to buy. A deal for the 20-year-old could be announced on Friday as he undergoes a medical and will become Rangers' fifth summer signing. Tillman was a key target for manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst as Rangers prepare for the new Scottish Premiership season, which begins on July 30, and Champions League qualifiers early next month. Bayern Munich are understood to be keen to have a buy-back option included in the deal. Tillman was born in Germany but opted to play for the USA and made his international debut last month. Rangers have already welcomed Rabbi Matondo, Tom Lawrence, Antonio Colak and John Souttar to the club this summer.

Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to pass on an eye-watering proposal from an unnamed club in Saudi Arabia. It recently emerged that the 37-year-old asked to leave Old Trafford if an acceptable offer arrived following a disappointing first season back at the club. Ronaldo is absent from United’s pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia due to a family issue and speculation continues over his future. The club have repeatedly said that the veteran is not for sale and manager Erik ten Hag reiterated that stance earlier in the week. Few could realistically afford Ronaldo, but a Saudi club is understood to have sounded him out about a potential two-year deal worth €275million. That figure would dwarf any other player’s wage and could also see United receive a fee in the region €30m. But Ronaldo is expected to reject the proposal – perhaps no surprise given his desire to play top level football, with United’s lack of Champions League football a key part of his...

The 25-year-old Brazilian forward was unveiled to fans at the Catalan club's training ground on Friday. Raphinha, who joined Leeds from French side Rennes for £17m in 2020, made 65 Premier League appearances for the Yorkshire club, scoring 17 goals and providing 12 assists. "It's a dream come true since I was a kid," Raphinha told Barca TV. "I'm going to give my best." Leeds United paid tribute to Raphinha in a club statement confirming his departure: "We would like to place on record our sincere gratitude to Raphinha for his effort and contribution whilst at the football club. "He showed unquestionable commitment and professionalism until the very end of his time at Elland Road and his celebrations at the Brentford Community Stadium will live long in the memory." Raphinha scored a penalty for Leeds in a 2-1 victory at Brentford on the final day of the 2021/22 season that secured their place in the Premier League.

Chelsea have signed Raheem Sterling in a £45 million deal from Manchester City. The England international, 27, joins Chelsea after winning four Premier League titles in seven years with City. He scored 13 goals in 30 league appearances last season, but was entering into the final year of his contract. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was reportedly keen to keep Sterling, who made 339 appearances for the club, but could not give him assurances over playing time. Although Sterling made 23 Premier League starts last season, he was on the bench for both legs of the Champions League semi-final defeat to Real Madrid and the final game of the season against Aston Villa. He bolsters Chelsea’s attack after striker Romelu Lukaku returned to Inter Milan on a loan deal. Sterling joined Manchester City from Liverpool in 2015. As well as four Premier League titles he also won the Carabao Cup four times and the FA Cup once. After leaving City, Sterling said in an interview on the Chelse...