Man United eye £69m double bid as Chelsea deal and Rashford loom
Manchester United face a frantic end to the summer transfer window, with reports of a roughly £69 million double bid for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga and Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde, a Chelsea defensive offer on the table, and fresh Marcus Rashford links to Arsenal—even as the forward appears set to remain at Old Trafford.
Key Takeaways
- Cadena SER reports United are preparing €50m for Camavinga and €30m for Balde—about £68.5m combined—though neither bid has been formalized.
- talkSPORT says Chelsea have offered Tosin Adarabioyo to United as Michael Carrick seeks defensive depth before the September 1 deadline.
- Marcus Rashford has been linked with Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona, but Manchester Evening News reports his future now looks certain at Old Trafford.
- United have already spent heavily on midfield, signing Carlos Baleba for £65m plus add-ons alongside Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
- Left-back remains a priority, but United sources have played down a Balde deal and may consider a loan instead.
What's in Manchester United's reported £69m double bid?
Spanish radio station Cadena SER, cited by Morocco World News and Football365, claims Manchester United are preparing a €50 million offer for Eduardo Camavinga and a €30 million bid for Alejandro Balde—about £68.5 million combined. Manchester Evening News also reported an €80m package that could include Real Madrid left-back Ferland Mendy.
Neither offer has been submitted yet. Camavinga, 23 and under contract until 2029, rejected a reported €40 million approach in July because he wanted to fight for his place under Jose Mourinho. Football365 notes many expect United to pause midfield spending after signing Baleba and focus on left-back reinforcements instead.
Have Chelsea offered Manchester United a transfer deal?
According to talkSPORT, relayed by Manchester Evening News, United have been given the chance to sign Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo before the window shuts on September 1 at 11pm. Michael Carrick's side are said to want greater depth alongside Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez and Leny Yoro.
United are also reportedly interested in Josh Acheampong, though Chelsea consider the young defender untouchable. The Blues are looking to offload Tosin, which could give United a late defensive option without a blockbuster fee.
Is Marcus Rashford leaving Man United for Arsenal?
Despite reintegration into Michael Carrick's squad, Rashford's name continues to circulate. Manchester Evening News reports links to Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona in recent days, alongside a snubbed approach from Fenerbahce. United would be reluctant to strengthen a Premier League rival.
CEO Omar Berrada welcomed Rashford back in programme notes ahead of Sunday's Ipswich fixture, saying new signings and the forward "will help to improve the squad." With the deadline looming, live reporting suggests Rashford's future remains at Old Trafford. For more on high-profile football moves, see our Celebrity Breaking News hub.
Will Man United solve their left-back problem before deadline day?
Left-back has been United's glaring gap all summer. Alejandro Balde has been linked at roughly £30 million, but United sources have played down their chances of signing the Barcelona defender. Fabrizio Romano has suggested Balde wants to stay, while Racing Santander's Jorge Salinas carries a €16 million release clause as a cheaper alternative.
Newcastle's Lewis Hall remains admired but appears unavailable. Patrice Evra told fans Luke Shaw's "time has gone" and United need fresh cover. Michael Carrick said "you never know" about late business, leaving the door open for a loan move. For the latest verified reporting, follow the Manchester Evening News live blog.