Man Utd transfer news: Marcus Rashford handed exit route as Viktor Gyokeres makes shock decision

Ruben Amorim has been frustrated by slow progress on transfer deals at Manchester United after seeing just one signing – Matheus Cunha from Wolves – arriving through the door at Old Trafford

Manchester United have one signing through the door this summer, but they have no plans to stop there as Ruben Amorim continues revamping his struggling squad.

So far, Matheus Cunha is the only player who has arrived at Old Trafford after being signed for £62.5million and there are some frustrations from fans over the lack of progress over other deals.

United are still locked in talks with Brentford over a possible move for Bryan Mbeumo but have been unable to agree a fee.

There are also a number of unwanted stars like Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho whose futures need finalising as the club look to balance the books and rake in more funds for transfers.

With that in mind, Mirror Football has outlined some of the biggest Manchester United transfer stories and gossip.

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Barcelona make Rashford “priority” target

Marcus Rashford will be desperate to make his exit from United this summer after being cast aside by Amorim, forced to train by himself away from the squad at Carrington.

United did give Rashford extra time to find a new club following his short loan spell at Aston Villa last season – and now the England star may have found a solution.

According to Sky in Germany, Barcelona had seen a bid for Liverpool winger Luis Diaz rejected and are now prepared to go “all-in” on Rashford.

The report says boss Hansi Flick has already given the green light to the move, which Barcelona hope will be a loan deal.

United might also have to subsidise a portion of Rashford’s wages due to the player’s eye-watering £325,000-a-week wages and he is said to be willing to lower his wage demands in order to secure an exit.

Gyokeres reconsidering United move

For months, Manchester United were being talked about as the leading frontrunners to sign Viktor Gyokeres, due to the striker’s relationship with boss Amorim.

The Portuguese coach helped turn the Swedish star into one of the deadliest strikers in world football but United’s failure to qualify for European football saw them fall away from contention – with Arsenal stepping up as favourites.

It’s understood Arsenal are offering a package of €65m (£56m) plus future payments of €5m and €10m (£8.6m) in add-ons but are around £4m off of Sporting’s valuation.

Sporting have asked for a “cooling off period” before restarting talks and Gyokeres has reportedly had enough of being patient and has gone on strike at the club – refusing to turn up for the start of pre-season.

And now Portuguese outlet Correio da Manha have claimed Gyokeres has opened the door to United once again and is giving the Red Devils a “second look” after being forced to wait to join Arsenal.

United want to add another forward player alongside Cunha and would jump at the chance to sign Gyokeres, who netted 54 goals in 52 games last season, as they continue to reach an impasse in talks for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo.

Mbeumo “frustrated” over transfer delay

Another player who has been left impatient over a move is United target Mbeumo, who the Red Devils have been in talks to such for much of the summer so far.

United have had two bids rejected for Mbeumo, the latest being one of £62.5m – the same fee they paid for Cunha.

It’s understood Brentford are looking for more than £60m but want the full fee paid upfront, while United want to pay it in instalments.

Mbeumo was Brentford’s star player last season, netting 20 goals in the Premier League and is seen as a player who could overhaul United’s fortunes.

But United are yet to return with a third bid and the saga is threatening to drag out even further – causing “frustration” from Mbeumo.

Cameroon coach Ashu Cyprian Besong said: “Yes, obviously he’s very frustrated with how long it’s taken. But he’s a professional and anticipates these things. I spoke to him about a week ago and he is very calm with everything that is going on.

“But of course, he’s already told them he wants to go to United. He just wanted the two clubs to find an agreement, as he’s very grateful for the opportunity that he’s been given by Brentford in his career.”

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