Welcome to Mirror Football's transfer news live blog, with the summer window opening in less than a week. The 2026 World Cup kicks off before then, and many players are expected to move ahead of the 2026/27 season. Manchester United are targeting Tottenham's Cristian Romero, while exits like Marcus Rashford are also priorities. Rashford's dream is a Barcelona return, but Bayern Munich are reportedly interested. Atletico Madrid are eyeing Chelsea's Marc Cucurella, with Barcelona also in the race. Stay tuned for the latest updates all day.
Key Events
Cucurella Transfer Battle
Marc Cucurella is expected to leave Chelsea this summer, with a return to Spain likely. Marca reports that Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are competing for his signature, and Real Madrid could join the battle. Cucurella spent eight years at Barcelona across various loan spells without making a senior appearance.
Rashford's Bayern Transfer Message
Marcus Rashford remains determined to join Barcelona, even after strong links to Bayern Munich. The Sun claims Bayern are willing to meet Manchester United's asking price but not his wages. However, Rashford is ignoring other clubs, including Bayern, as he only wants a permanent move to Barcelona, according to Marca.
Cristian Romero to Man Utd?
Late last night, speculation emerged that Manchester United are preparing a bid for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero. Argentine journalist Gaston Edul reports the bid is being prepared. United are well-stocked at centre-back, but Romero would add aggression. Spurs may demand a higher fee from United than from Atletico Madrid due to not wanting to sell to a direct rival.
Today's Updates
08:00 BST – Hayden Hackney Transfer Latest
Crystal Palace have joined the race for Middlesbrough's Hayden Hackney. The midfielder is expected to join a Premier League club this summer, with Everton initially in pole position. However, The Daily Mail reports that Everton had two approaches rejected, and Palace are ready to offer a package close to £20 million, below Boro's £25 million asking price. Palace can offer European football, which may sway Hackney.
07:45 BST – Alvarez's Agent Responds to Transfer Rumours
Julian Alvarez is linked with Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid. Reports in Spain suggest Real Madrid could make a triple-figure bid for him. His agent, Fernando Hidalgo, told 365Scores: "We have no information on the matter, and no one has contacted us about it."
07:33 BST – Cucurella Transfer Battle
Marc Cucurella is expected to leave Chelsea, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid interested. Marca also mentions Real Madrid could join. Cucurella understands his Premier League time is over, even with the arrival of Xabi Alonso not changing his stance.
07:28 BST – Rashford's Bayern Transfer Message
Marcus Rashford is reportedly ignoring Bayern Munich's interest as he only wants to join Barcelona. The Sun claims Bayern are willing to meet United's asking price but not his wages. Marca reports that Rashford is not answering calls from other clubs.
07:25 BST – Cristian Romero to Man Utd?
Manchester United are preparing a bid for Tottenham's Cristian Romero, according to Argentine journalist Gaston Edul. Spurs may demand a higher fee from United than from Atletico Madrid due to rivalry concerns.
07:22 BST – Good Morning
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