Euro Transfer News: Hansi Flick ‘not happy’ as Marcus Rashford Barcelona debut in doubt, Bayern Munich step up Christopher Nkunku interest
Updated 15/08/2025 at 18:00 GMT+1
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A round-up of the biggest transfer stories on the continent, including Hansi Flick's frustration at Barcelona's difficulty registering new signings Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich are thought to have stepped up their interest in Chelsea attacker Christopher Nkunku, while Jadon Sancho is closing in on a move to Serie A side Roma.
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Flick 'not happy' as Rashford's Barca debut in doubt
Hansi Flick admits he is not happy about Barcelona’s difficulty in registering their new signings.
The Spanish champions are still scrambling to register players due to La Liga's financial rules, meaning Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia may not be registered in time for Saturday’s league opener.
"For me, the situation, you can imagine, I’m not happy about that. But I know the situation and I believe in the club," Flick told reporters on Friday.
"We have to wait till tomorrow. It was the same situation last season.
"We will focus on what we can change and what is in our hands. The other things, I believe in the club."
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Bayern step up Nkunku pursuit
A spate of publications, including Sky Sports Germany, claim Bayern Munich and Chelsea have opened talks over a potential transfer for Christopher Nkunku, who is open to joining the German giants.
The 27-year-old, who has struggled for consistent game time since his move from Germany to west London two years ago, has reportedly been made available this summer by Chelsea.
While Inter and RB Leipzig are allegedly interested in Nkunku this summer, Bayern are said to be his most probable destination.
The Bundesliga champions would reportedly prefer to take Nkunku on loan, but Chelsea are holding out for a permanent deal.
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The article reads: "An agreement between the Munich club and the player was already reached in January.
"The German record champions have other options besides Nkunku. Chelsea are pushing for a sale of the 27-year-old Frenchman. Bayern would prefer a loan for the attacker.
"[Max] Eberl values Nkunku's versatility. A major advantage: He can be deployed as a centre forward or as a playmaker, as well as on the wings.
"There are no agreements yet, but Eberl is now serious."
Sancho is close to Roma move
According to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport, Roma will complete a deal to sign Jadon Sancho "in the next few hours".
AS Roma and Manchester United have agreed on a loan move with a €23 million obligation-to-buy.
The outlet said: "Roma expects to close the deal for Jadon Sancho in the next few hours, following the momentum that accelerated overnight, both with Manchester United and with the English winger.
"In truth, an agreement with the Red Devils was already practically reached, based on €23 million in bonuses included in the loan-with-an-obligation-to-buy formula.
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"However, an agreement with Sancho was still pending, as he earns a whopping €15m gross per season in England until 2026. This salary has put off all the teams that had approached the former Dortmund player in recent weeks, including Juventus.
"Roma has focused on the longevity of the contract: a five-year deal worth €4.5m net, plus bonuses to follow. Just over half that, but until 2030, for the 25-year-old who rejected Besiktas and opened the door to The Giallorossi."
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Lille plot Pavard move
Lille are plotting an ambitious move to bring Benjamin Pavard back to the club, as per Foot Mercato.
The 29-year-old FIFA World Cup winner with France was in the Lille Academy before his 2016 transfer to VfB Stuttgart.
Pavard could allegedly leave Inter this summer, should the Italian club receive a bid of around €20m (£17.2m).
Foot Mercato added that the defender had been in brief talks with Saudi Pro League’s Neom SC while Galatasaray are also interested.
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