Rashford new deal, Ronaldo slams Messi and Caicedo ‘unhappy’ – Football Transfers Recap

Robin Bairner

• 18 Jul 2023 00:40 BST
• 4 min read

With the 2023 summer transfer window in full swing, 17 July saw plenty of action, with Manchester United taking big strides forward as Cristiano Ronaldo reignited his long-running rivalry with Lionel Messi.

Marcus Rashford signs new Man Utd deal

It’s the news that Manchester United fans were waiting for: Marcus Rashford has signed a new long-term contract, although it’s not yet been confirmed by the club.The England striker may only be the club’s fourth biggest earner, though.

Man Utd takeover: Qataris rage over Glazers attitude

Sheikh Jassim’s interest in buying Manchester United appears to be on a knife edge, with reports that he feels that he is “being taken for a mug” by the Glazers.

Onana transfer ‘secrets’ revealed

Man Utd are closing in on the signing of Andre Onana from Inter Milan, with football transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano lifting the lid on key aspects of the Red Devils’ second major arrival of the summer.

Caicedo ‘really unhappy’ over stalling Chelsea move

Moises Caicedo is frustrated as Brighton and Chelsea struggled to agree a transfer fee for the Ecuador international star.

Tottenham eye Toney as Kane replacement

FootballTransfers has exclusively reported that Tottenham are considering a move for Ivan Toney as an alternative to Harry Kane, despite the Brentford striker’s lengthy ban.

Mbappe gets unexpected PSG welcome

Kylian Mbappe returned to pre-season training with PSG after announcing that he wants to leave the club as a free agent next summer, presumably to Real Madrid.Read about how the France star was welcomed back here.

Ronaldo takes MLS swipe at Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo has said that he’s playing at a higher level than long-time rivals Lionel Messi, stating that the Saudi Pro League is superior to MLS.Ronaldo said this after his Al-Nassr side had been beaten 5-0 in a friendly by Celta Vigo.

Barcelona secure Busquets replacement

Fabrizio Romano has stated that Oriol Romeu will be Barcelona’s replacement for Sergio Busquets, while he has also confirmed that two academy wonderkids have agreed new contracts in principle.