PSG want Rashford, Roma inquire about loaning Zirkzee; MU compete for Guirassy.

A figure of €50 million is on the negotiating table: according to Fichajes, PSG are considering an offer for Marcus Rashford – who has experienced a strong resurgence at Barcelona under Hansi Flick. At the same time, Corriere dello Sport reports that AS Roma are pushing for a loan deal with an option to buy Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United. In midfield, agent Cury confirmed to Cadena SER that Ederson's fee could drop significantly in 2026. And according to Sky Sports Deutschland, MU are among the seven teams that have the right to activate Serhou Guirassy's release clause worth around €50 million from the summer of 2026.

PSG prioritizes Rashford: 50 million Euros to test the reaction.

According to Fichajes, PSG have placed Marcus Rashford on their top target list and are preparing an offer of around €50 million to explore the possibility of persuading the striker to move to Ligue 1 next summer. After leaving Manchester United to join Barcelona in the summer transfer window, Rashford quickly became a key player under Hansi Flick, contributing 15 goals across all competitions.

With a player performing consistently well, the "exploratory" offer of €50 million shows that PSG wants to open negotiations early rather than rush into a fierce bidding war late in the game. For MU, this is also important reference point if they are considering personnel adjustments in their attacking line.

Roma accelerate their pursuit of Zirkzee: loan with an option to buy.

Corriere dello Sport reports that AS Roma has developed a transfer plan for Joshua Zirkzee, aiming to finalize it in January. The Roman club's plan is to loan Zirkzee with an option to buy, and postpone payment until the summer to ease financial pressure, despite some limitations from UEFA. The source also states that the Dutch striker is believed to have accepted the offer.

From Manchester United's perspective, the "loan + buy-out" structure could provide immediate cash flow and flexibility for the summer, if they need to allocate funds for other priority targets. This is a structure used by many clubs to balance sporting needs and financial requirements.

Ederson: Price cut in 2026

Manchester United are reportedly monitoring Ederson. Speaking to Cadena SER, his agent, Cury, said: “Atalanta previously demanded a very high fee, between 60 and 75 million Euros. But with his contract nearing its end, the price could drop to around 30 to 40 million Euros. He is an excellent player, possessing some of the best stats in Europe for his position.”

Therefore, if MU wants to optimize its budget for a central midfielder, the 2026 timeframe is a strategic factor – a point in time when costs are expected to decrease significantly, according to information from the agent.

Guirassy: €50 million clause, only for 7 clubs from 2026

According to Sky Sports Deutschland, Serhou Guirassy (Dortmund) has a release clause worth approximately €50 million, expected to take effect from summer 2026. This clause only applies to seven clubs: Real Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United.

Being in the privileged group gives MU more control in the long run. The fixed clause also creates a clear cost ceiling – different from free-to-transfer deals, which are easily subject to price increases due to competition or additional fees.

Impact on Manchester United's plans

A related article indicates that MU is considering a major overhaul to reduce its wage bill, potentially parting ways with up to 11 players. In this picture, the three attacking players – Rashford, Zirkzee, Guirassy – and the midfield with Ederson become key players in MU's planning, covering key timeframes: controlling short-term cash flow (loan structure with obligations), securing medium-term prices (release clause in 2026), and monitoring market opportunities (potential for price reductions at the end of contracts).

Overview of leads and figures

All information in this article is based on the following sources: Fichajes, Corriere dello Sport, Cadena SER, and Sky Sports Deutschland.

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