Transfer rumors, news: Man United explore Loftus-Cheek loan
Manchester United’s midfield reinforcement search continues as they turn to AC Milan’s Ruben Loftus-Cheek or Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó, while Barcelona, Real Madrid and Arsenal are among the sides keen on NK Kustosija forward Rafael Belinho. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.
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– Manchester United’s midfield reinforcement search continues as TalkSPORT says that they have been offered the chance to sign AC Milan’s Ruben Loftus-Cheek. It is reported that United are weighing up a potential loan move for the 29-year-old this month to improve their chances of qualifying for next season’s UEFA Champions League, with talks at an “exploratory” stage. Loftus-Cheek, who has made 19 Serie A appearances this season, is reportedly keen on a return to England. Elsewhere, Ajax have emerged as potential suitors for Manuel Ugarte, 24, the Eredivisie side have seen their opening loan offer dismissed according to The Athletic.
– An inquiry has also been made by United regarding Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Premier League club are believed to hold interest in the 22-year-old alongside Wolverhampton Wanderers, who have also placed him on their shortlist. The Red Devils have been linked with several midfielders of late, and The Sun reports that Sunderland’s Noah Sadiki, 21, has caught their attention
– Multiple top sides in Europe are tracking NK Kustosija forward Rafael Belinho, according to The Mirror. Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal and Manchester United are all reported to be interested in the 17-year-old, who is hopeful of securing a move to a big club when he turns 18. Barcelona sporting director Deco is reportedly a huge admirer of the teenager, while Borussia Dortmund are also keen. Belinho recently left Croatian side Dinamo Zagreb to join Kustosija after being unable to agree to a new contract.
– Liverpool are among multiple top-six Premier League sides keeping tabs on the situation of Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. TEAMtalk reports that Palace are open to parting ways with the 21-year-old at the end of the season, and they are expected to demand an initial fee of at least £65 million before add-ons. Wharton, who is also on the radar of Real Madrid, Man United, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle, has been a key player at Selhurst Park since arriving from Blackburn Rovers in February 2024.
– Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign Al Ahly forward Hamza Abdelkarim, per Sport. It is reported that the LaLiga side are now reviewing the final documents before finalizing the move, with the 18-year-old Egypt youth international set to be added to the Barcelona B squad. Abdelkarim has been a standout player for Egypt U17s, having scored 12 goals and provided six assists in 19 matches across all competitions.
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