Man Utd Secure Tielemans Deal, Face Liverpool Battle for Joao Gomes, Rashford Future in Question

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans, according to insider, with the club triggering a €41m (£35m) release clause in his contract. The Belgian international, who featured for his country at the 2026 World Cup, made 35 appearances across all competitions for Villa last season, scoring two goals and providing seven assists. He becomes the third player to leave Villa Park on a permanent deal this summer, following Donyell Malen and Enzo Barrenechea, though Villa are closing in on Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi. United have also reignited their interest in Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes after his proposed move to Atletico Madrid collapsed. The Brazilian is valued at around €45m, but Liverpool are now in the race. O Globo reports both clubs have made contact with Wolves, leaving the decision to the player. The Red Devils' pursuit of Atalanta's Ederson is not entirely dead, though concerns over a knee issue stalled negotiations. The club wanted to delay the transfer until after the World Cup, but Brazil's early exit did not lead to progress. Reports from insider and Ben Jacobs suggest the move could be revived later in the window. Marcus Rashford will hold talks with Carrick about his future upon returning from the World Cup, according to insider. Barcelona opted against triggering their option to sign the England winger permanently, instead signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle for €80m, while Karim Adeyemi is set to join from Dortmund. Rashford's high wages limit his options. United confirmed the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea, a move that drew skepticism from Paul Scholes. The club legend questioned the excitement around the 22-year-old and whether he is a player for now or a sellable asset. Finally, sons of club legends have signed new scholarship deals: Kai Rooney and Jacey Carrick both committed their futures to United. Rooney called it "the start of something hopefully great," while Carrick said the day is "very special."