Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants Marcus Rashford, Chelsea could swap Christopher Nkunku for Alejandro Garnacho - Paper Round
Updated 26/01/2025 at 23:25 GMT
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Newly appointed Besiktas manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants a reunion with Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford and is also eyeing a move for Casemiro. Elsewhere in Monday's Paper Round, Chelsea could swap Christopher Nkunku for Alejandro Garnacho in a stunning player exchange, and Alexander Isak is in line for a lucrative new contract at Newcastle.
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Solskjaer eyes Man Utd duo
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants a reunion with Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford and is also eyeing a move for midfielder Casemiro.
The Sun claims Solskjaer, who was appointed Besiktas manager last week, wants to bring the duo to Turkey.
Solskjaer worked with Rashford when he was manager of The Red Devils between 2018 and 2021.
"Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is eyeing a shock move for two Manchester United stars, according to reports," states The Sun.
"Solskjaer is looking to bolster his squad, with reports in Turkey claiming he wants to bring in Casemiro and Marcus Rashford.
"It is thought that United would be willing to sell Casemiro this month should they receive a big enough offer and there is also interest from Saudi Arabian sides.
"As for Rashford, the wantaway star has also struggled for game time under Amorim and has been missing from the last five matchday squads.
"Besiktas could reportedly make a late swoop to reunite him with Solskjaer if other clubs cannot complete a deal.
"The Turkish side can offer Rashford a final escape route as the Super Lig transfer window does not slam shut until February 11."
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Nkunku for Garnacho?
A "stunning swap deal could be on the cards" with Chelsea willing to offer Christopher Nkunku in exchange for Alejandro Garnacho.
The Blues are one of a number of clubs linked with Garnacho, who could leave Old Trafford before the transfer deadline on Monday, February 3.
Nkunku has made just three Premier League starts under Enzo Maresca so far this season.
"Christopher Nkunku is a player Manchester United have been heavily linked with in recent days, with the Chelsea forward struggling for regular minutes under Enzo Maresca," reads a report in the Mirror.
"And with The Blues reportedly keen on United's Alejandro Garnacho – who is suffering a similar predicament at Old Trafford – a stunning swap deal could be on the cards.
"According to ESPN, Garnacho would favour a move to Stamford Bridge should he be forced to leave Old Trafford, with United chiefs open to letting him leave in order to keep within PSR rules.
"It's also reported Nkunku is open to leaving Chelsea this month."
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Chelsea and Bayern interested in Huijsen
Bournemouth face a challenge keeping hold of Dean Huijsen with both Chelsea and Bayern Munich interested in the defender.
The teenager, 19, has enjoyed a stellar defensive partnership with Illia Zabarnyi, helping The Cherries to seventh place in the Premier League table, just a point behind the top four.
"Chelsea have reportedly made wonderkid Dean Huijsen a top transfer target," states The Sun.
"The defender has impressed this season at Bournemouth following his summer arrival from Juventus.
"Huijsen is now gaining interest from elsewhere, with Chelsea "appreciating" him.
"Fabrizio Romano has reported that The Blues have the star 'high on their list' ahead of the summer transfer window.
"He has also suggested that the Spaniard has a release clause in his contract that will be valid at the end of the season.
"The Blues will have competition for Huijsen's signature, with Bayern Munich also claimed to be staying informed on his situation."
Newcastle set to offer Isak new contract
Newcastle will enter into negotiations with Alexander Isak about a new contract at the end of the season, claims The Telegraph.
Isak has been in fantastic form for Eddie Howe's side and brought his total goals to 17 after a double at Southampton on Saturday.
The Sweden international is reportedly a target for Arsenal.
"Newcastle United intend to reward Alexander Isak for another sensational season with a new long-term contract in the summer and remain adamant the striker is not for sale at any price," reads the article.
"Talks about extending a deal that still has three-and-a-half years left to run were paused last year, but Telegraph Sport can reveal that negotiations for a new contract are pencilled in to begin at the end of the season, when there are no games to worry about as a distraction.
"Isak has repeatedly said he is happy and settled on Tyneside. Any new deal would recognise his status at the club by making him their highest-paid player."
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