Manchester United transfer news LIVE: Red Devils NOT looking to dump Marcus Rashford amid PSG bid, Michael Olise latest, deadline day plans

Deadline day outgoing

Manchester United have confirmed that Facundo Pellistri has completed a loan to Granada for the remainder of the season.

The Uruguayan winger will look to help the side avoid relegation fro LaLiga.

Granada are currently 19th.

Pellistri has made 14 senior appearances for the Red Devils this season, but it was decided he needed more game time somewhere else.

No way Jose

Jose Mourinho is reportedly eyeing a sensational return to Manchester United for his next job.

The Special One was sacked by AS Roma earlier this month but feels he has 'unfinished business' at Old Trafford, report the Daily Mail.

Mourinho managed United from the summer 2016 to December 2018 but the Portuguese coach wants to work with the new regime at Old Trafford, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS.

During his time in charge of the Red Devils, Mourinho lifted the Europa League and Carabao Cup in his first year before finishing runners-up to Manchester City in his second - something he has claimed was among his best achievements as a manager.

No Rash move

Manchester United are NOT looking to offload Marcus Rashford in the wake of his drunken night out in Belfast, talkSPORT understands.

Rashford is believed to have been fined fined £650,000, the equivalent of two weeks wages, as punishment for calling in sick for training last Friday hours after being spotted leaving a nightclub.

He was also dropped for Sunday's unconvincing FA Cup fourth round win at League Two Newport.

That has led to speculation United could be looking to cut their losses on the England international at the end of the season.

But United still see Rashford, who has previously attracted interest from French giants PSG, as an important part of their future.

Gard up

West Ham boss David Moyes believes Kalvin Phillips can have a similar impact to when Jesse Lingard joined from Manchester United.

Lingard memorably scored nine goals in 16 league matches to help the Hammers finish sixth after signing on loan from United in 2021.

"This time a couple of years ago we got Jesse Lingard, he really helped us," said Moyes.

"I'm hoping Kalvin can have a similar impact as what Jesse had."

Con artist

Leicester City defender Conor Coady has lifted the lid on the problems facing England pal Marcus Rashford at Manchester United.

He explained: "It's hard to put my finger on it having known him and spent time in his company, obviously being with England and different things.

"I've seen him in a different light, sitting down and having a coffee with him, him being a top fella and speaking about Manchester United.

"So, seeing these things in the press, you look at it and you think, 'What is actually going on?' Something is happening, everybody can see it. But whether that is with United or Marcus, I am not sure."

‘We can beat anyone’

More from Erik ten Hag’s press conference ahead of Man United’s trip to Wolves tomorrow.

He said: "With players returning from long-term injuries the team will be stronger and that helps the motivation and spirit in the team.

"Every game we have to see as a final and have to get the best out of it. This team has so much experience, they know that. I'm quite positive now we've got most of our players back.

"We know we have to catch up. The team will be stronger. When you lose players in crucial positions, it weakens your team. And when you have to swap and change every game it doesn't help.

"We have to keep them fit now and get them into better form. Then the results will be better.

"We are quite confident because on our best days, we can beat anyone, but on our worst days we go down to certain limits that are not acceptable.

"We have to push our limits to higher levels that enable us to get results. Then we know when we are at our best we can beat everyone. The squad is convinced about this."

'Case closed'

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag insists it’s ‘case closed’ on Marcus Rashford but has called upon all his players to show discipline on and off the pitch.

Ten Hag said: "Rashford has taken responsibility and for the rest it is an internal matter. Case closed.

"It is nothing to do with that (respect). As I say, let's focus on the game. I think the statement is clear and we have to focus on winning football games.

"In football you need discipline on the pitch but also off the pitch - there is a line between. Every professional knows what is required. We have to focus on winning football games, that's all that matters. Every top professional knows what is required.

"The last two Premier League games, two goals and an assist - he is developing a strong bond with Rasmus Hojlund and we want to continue that process."

Onana had enough?

Andre Onana could reportedly call time on his international career following Cameroon’s woeful display at AFCON.

The Manchester United goalkeeper delayed his departure to the tournament and then played just one of their four matches before crashing out to Nigeria in the last 16.

The Sun report Onana is now considering his future with Cameroon and could retire from international duty.

Rash back

Manchester United have said Marcus Rashford is set to be available for selection for their trip to Wolves tomorrow night.

Rashford’s absence from United’s squad for their FA Cup win over Newport on Sunday has been well-publicised this week.

United return to action with a Premier League visit to Molineux and the club say Rashford is in contention to feature again.

Andre Onana is due back from the Africa Cup of Nations and is also set to face Wolves.

PSG eye Rashford

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly considering a bid for Marcus Rashford this summer.

The i Newspaper claim the Ligue 1 champions, who failed in an attempt to land the 26-year-old last summer, are ready to rekindle their interest following Rashford’s recent indiscipline.

Manchester United currently have no plans to sell the England superstar but their resolve is set to be tested by PSG.

It is said the French giants will continue to monitor Rashford over the rest of the season and could move for him should his situation not improve.

Amad window so far

It's been a transfer window full of rumours for Manchester United winger Amad Diallo.

And they continue to persist with Sunderland still keen on bringing him in on loan before the deadline.

A move could still happen for Diallo with the Black Cats' sporting director speaking on the links.

Kristjaan Speakman has said: "The situation is clear. We have a positive relationship with the boy, his people and Manchester United.

"Can he improve us? Yes. Have we enquired? Yes. Have we kept in contact with him? Yes. My head would be on a stake if not!

"Even if he became available we might not get him. I regard him as a tier one player. He is a tier one player.

"We would be lucky if we got him on loan again. The level he can play at. He loved his time here. He loved the players and staff."

Say bye to Serhou

Manchester United's chances of signing Serhou Guirassy have taken a blow after his release clause expired.

According to Sky Sports Germany, Guirassy's clause is no longer in his contract, meaning a cut-price deal won't happen anymore.

United will shift their focus onto other striker targets with a move in this window unlikely with the deadline looming.

Money, money, money

A record £7.6billion was spent on international transfer deals in 2023, according to a new report from FIFA.

English clubs led the way, spending £2.3bn across the January and summer windows last year, out of a total which smashed the previous single-year record set in 2019 by more than £1.5m.

Chelsea were unsurprisingly identified as Europe's top spenders on international deals, with five other English teams in the top 10 and a further five in the top 20.

The top 10 player transfers alone generated more than 10 per cent of the entire amount spent on transfer fees in 2023.

FIFA's top 10 included Jude Bellingham's move to Real Madrid, Enzo Fernandez's switch to Chelsea and Rasmus Hojlund's transfer to Manchester United. An English team was the buying club in six of those top 10 deals.

Olise update

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has opened up on the future of rumoured Man United target Michael Olise.

He said: “My thoughts are it would be a sad day for the club [if he left].

“I am certain the club would like him to honour [his long-term deal] and to improve the team around players like him.

“We need to make the team stronger and not lose them to other Premier League clubs who are putting some money on the table.

“But at the moment that isn’t our concern, it’s these [upcoming] games. I’m certainly counting on him to play his part in that and the summer will have to take care of itself.”

Pellistri to leave

Manchester United ace Facundo Pellistri is set to complete a loan move to Granada.

The BBC report that the 22-year-old Uruguay international is expected to join the La Liga outfit soon.

Pellistri, whose contract is due to expire in 2025, has been a peripheral figure at United and could leave the club permanently this summer.

Neville’s Rashford advice

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has told Marcus Rashford to ‘relax and calm down’ amid ongoing scrutiny surrounding his personal life.

Neville told the BBC Breakfast: "To me, going out for a drink or going out for a night out is something that every football player will do and should do so I’ve got no problem with that whatsoever. They need to enjoy themselves.

"It’s just all about choices and timing. Manchester United have just had a winter break. They’ve had a couple of weeks off so there was a better moment for him to choose to go out. I would say, go out and have your moment where you relax with your friends, but your timing has to be right.

"Marcus himself knows - he’s an experienced player now, we’re not talking about a young lad - but he’s done it a couple of times in the last few months.

"I’ve always seen Marcus has being really responsible, a good professional and someone who works hard every single day. I know he’s going through a dip in form at this moment in time but it’s happened twice and it can sometimes become your personality if you’re not careful.

"If you do it too many times people can start saying, ‘what’s happening in his life?’ He just needs to relax, calm down, choose when to go out and get back to playing football at the levels we know he can."

More on Rashford

Manchester United coaching staff are concerned Marcus Rashford’s lifestyle is having a negative impact on his form, talkSPORT understands.

Sources close to Rashford told talkSPORT the England star is in 'complete self destruct mode' and there are fears some of his inner circle have too much power over him.

The forward missed the FA Cup win over Newport County on Sunday having been pictured partying in Belfast a few days earlier.

The 26-year-old wasn’t involved in the matchday squad for United’s trip to South Wales and reported for training yesterday to hold talks with Ten Hag and director of football John Murtough over his recent conduct.

United next face a Premier League trip to Wolves on Thursday before hosting West Ham in the top-flight on Sunday.

Rashford latest

Manchester United say Marcus Rashford 'has taken responsibility for his actions' after his omission from the squad for Sunday's FA Cup win at Newport.

Rashford was left out due to illness after spending Thursday night in a Belfast nightclub, but United say the issue has now been resolved.

In a front page report in The Sun newspaper today, it is claimed that the 26-year-old engaged in a 12-hour drinking session which finished at 3am.

United said in a statement: "Marcus has taken responsibility for his actions. This has been dealt with as an internal disciplinary matter, which is now closed."

Rashford has returned to training and is understood to be in contention for Thursday night's Premier League trip to Wolves.

Case closed

Casemiro insists he is 'very happy' at Manchester United amid rumours about a potential move to Saudi Arabia.

Speaking to CNN, he said: “I’m very happy at Manchester United. As I’ve always said, the fans have always helped me.

"The club is always good to me.”

Black cat in waiting

Amad Diallo fuelled Manchester United exit rumours - by liking a social media post from a Sunderland fan who told him the Red Devils are 'not worth his time'.

The post in question said: "Here, Amad Diallo - if they're not going to start you in the FA Cup away at Newport County, it really isn't worth you giving them your time. Come home, come somewhere you are truly appreciated."

Following the club's 4-2 win over Newport, Amad's X account showed that he had liked the post.

Kepp calm and make my debut

Altay Bayindir has reacted to making his first appearance for Manchester United since arriving in the summer.

Speaking to MUTV after the 4-2 win over Newport, Bayindir said: “I was playing my first game, I’m feeling very good because it’s a big club in the world and we have a big fan[base], everyone coming [to] every game, everyone supporting us.

“I’m feeling very good. Tomorrow, I will continue in the morning. Today is finished and we won today, we are very happy, but we have the next game and we need to be focused for every game, because every game is important for us, everyone wants to win because they know they are playing with Manchester United – it’s a big club in the world.”

Marc my words

Alan Shearer has pleaded with Marcus Rashford to stop "wasting his talent" after he was dropped for Manchester United's win over Newport.

He said: "If it’s an internal matter, you’d think something is up.

"There’s a huge talent in there with Marcus Rashford. We’ve seen him be disciplined last season when he was late to a meeting before a game but something is clearly wrong - either at home or in his relationship with the football club.

"He can’t keep doing this, he can’t keep wasting his talent because it’s not right.

"He needs strong management, someone to get hold of him and tell him there’ll be huge regrets come the end of his career if he continues doing this.

"You can’t keep doing it, it needs sorting now. Thirty goals last season, four this season. When I see him play, it looks like he’s got the world on his shoulders so it needs sorting now because he can’t really deal with it."

Fac of life

Manchester United prospect Facundo Pellistri could be heading to LaLiga for some more game time.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Uruguayan winger has agreed terms with Granada for a loan move.

However, the deal does need to be green-lighted by Erik ten Hag.

The United manager has used Pellistri on 14 occasions this season, but only given him three starts.

He will likely have a far bigger impact at Granada, with the side from southern Spain currently fighting for their LaLiga survival.

Bee sting

Manchester United are reportedly monitoring Ivan Toney's return to Premier League action.

According to the Athletic, United are among the clubs keeping tabs on the striker ahead of a potential summer swoop.

Anthony Martial is expected to depart at the end of his current contract, with his wages freeing up funds to add some more firepower.

Mark Goldbridge column

In an exclusive column for talkSPORT.com, Mark Goldbridge delivers his verdict on the players Manchester United should keep or sell…

It’s all change at Manchester United at the moment with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS getting to work… and there’s plenty for them to do.