Gossip: Man Utd inflate Rashford transfer fee
Manchester United have raised their asking price for 27-year-old striker Marcus Rashford, whose form on loan at Aston Villa has earned him an England recall. (Football Insider), externalAston Villa might sell 23-year-old Argentine midfielder Enzo Barrenechea to Valencia in the summer, following a successful loan spell with the Spanish club. (Athletic - subscription required), externalWant more transfer news? Read Tuesday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
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Viktor Gyokeres hands Man Utd huge transfer boost as deal collapses
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Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
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Unai Emery dealt fresh blow as another star hints at Aston Villa transfer exit
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