Marcus Rashford returns to Man Utd after Aston Villa decline option to buy
Rashford will depart the club alongside Marco Asensio and Axel Disasi, who also joined Unai Emery's side on loan in February and helped them to the quarter-finals of the Champions League as well as an FA Cup semi-final while qualifying for the Europa League next season.
Rashford fell out of favour in Manchester under Ruben Amorim but it remains to be seen where his future lies, with the forward reportedly keen on a move to Barcelona.
Asensio scored vital goals both domestically and in Europe, including three in the two legs of the Champions League win over Club Brugge, but Villa also confirmed he will go back to Paris St Germain. Disasi made 10 appearances after his temporary move from Chelsea.
Goalkeeper Robin Olsen and Kortney Hause will also leave the club following the expiry of their respective contracts.
Aston Villa would like to thank Robin Olsen and Kortney Hause following the expiration of their contracts, as well as our loan players as they return to their respective parent clubs.
— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) June 30, 2025
A statement on Villa's website read: 'Aston Villa would like to thank Robin Olsen and Kortney Hause following the expiration of their contracts, as well as our loan players as they return to their respective parent clubs.
'Marco Asensio, Marcus Rashford and Axel Disasi each joined Villa in February on loan deals until the end of the 2024-25 season.
'Everyone at Aston Villa would like to thank each of the players for their efforts and amazing commitment to the club and wish them all the very best for the future.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
BBC News
35 minutes ago
- BBC News
'There's a pathway to the first team' - Hammers sign youngster Cummings
West Ham have signed Scotland youth international Daniel Cummings, following the expiration of his contract 19-year-old has signed a long-term deal and will join Mark Robson's under-21 development signed his first professional contract with Celtic in the summer of 2022 and scored 29 goals in 37 appearances for the club's B team last made his senior debut for Brendan Rodgers' side at Aston Villa in the Champions League in January 2025."It feels amazing to join West Ham United, and it's a dream come true," said Cummings."When West Ham came calling, it was too good to say no, and I'm looking forward to getting started."Since day one, when Mark [Noble] was on the phone, he spoke so highly of everyone here and sold the club to me."I did a lot of research about the club and there's a pathway to the first team, and that's all you can ask for as a young player."
South Wales Argus
an hour ago
- South Wales Argus
Arsenal sign goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea
The 30-year-old Spaniard spent last season on loan at Bournemouth, making 35 appearances in all competitions. Arsenal had brought in Neto from the Cherries as back-up to David Raya, but the Brazilian has returned to the Cherries following the end of his own season-long loan. Here to raise the levels. Kepa Arrizabalaga is a Gunner. — Arsenal (@Arsenal) July 1, 2025 Kepa, who spent the 2023/24 campaign at Real Madrid, has signed a three-year deal, the PA news agency understands. The fee is reported to be around £5million, with the transfer subject to the completion of regulatory processes. 'I'm really, really happy to be here, really excited and looking forward to what is coming,' Kepa told Arsenal's website. 'The ambition that is shown in this club, when I talk with Mikel (Arteta) and (goalkeeping coach) Inaki (Cana), how much they show me their desire to win, I think we are so close to winning and, hopefully, altogether, we can achieve it.' Kepa became the world's most expensive goalkeeper when he joined Chelsea from Athletic Bilbao in a £71m deal during the summer of 2018, going on to win the Europa League and Champions League with the Blues as well as the 2023 UEFA Nations League with Spain. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is confident Kepa will provide plenty of competition for his compatriot Raya. 'He is a player we know, having come up against him many times in recent seasons,' Arteta said. 'He brings a wealth of experience, which his team-mates will benefit from, and he has a real hunger to win. Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has departed Chelsea and joined Arsenal. We thank Kepa for his efforts during his time at Stamford Bridge and wish him well in the future. — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) July 1, 2025 'Kepa works hard and will elevate our levels. I know he will fit in perfectly, already knowing some of his team-mates, and we are really excited about his future with us.' Chelsea posted on X: 'We thank Kepa for his efforts during his time at Stamford Bridge and wish him well in the future.' Arsenal also appear to be closing in on deals for Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard and Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi. The Gunners are in need of midfield reinforcements, with Thomas Partey having become a free agent after his contract expired and Jorginho also leaving the club earlier this month to join Brazilian club Flamengo.
Metro
an hour ago
- Metro
Kepa sends message to David Raya after completing transfer from Chelsea
Kepa Arrizabalaga has warned his new teammate David Raya that he intends to compete with him for the position of Arsenal No.1 after completing his transfer from Chelsea. The 30-year-old Spaniard spent last season on loan at Bournemouth, making 35 appearances in all competitions. Arsenal had brought in Neto from the Cherries as back-up to Raya, but the Brazilian has returned to the Cherries following the end of his own season-long loan. Kepa, who spent the 2023/24 campaign at Real Madrid, has signed a three-year deal after Arsenal agreed to pay a fee of £5million. 'I'm really, really happy to be here, really excited and looking forward to what is coming,' Kepa told Arsenal's website. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. 'The ambition that is shown in this club, when I talk with Mikel (Arteta) and (goalkeeping coach) Inaki (Cana), how much they show me their desire to win, I think we are so close to winning and, hopefully, altogether, we can achieve it.' Kepa became the world's most expensive goalkeeper when he joined Chelsea from Athletic Bilbao in a £71m deal during the summer of 2018, going on to win the Europa League and Champions League with the Blues as well as the 2023 UEFA Nations League with Spain. 'THANK YOU, CHELSEA. 'After seven unforgettable years, the time has come to close a very special chapter in my life. Chelsea was my home, my family, and the place where I grew both as a footballer and as a person. 'I arrived full of dreams and I leave with unforgettable memories: titles like the Champions League, Europa League, UEFA Super Cup, Club World Cup… but above all, moments shared with incredible people on and off the pitch. 'Thank you to the coaches, the staff, my teammates, and most of all, to you, the fans. 'Wearing this badge has been an honour and a source of pride. 'Now a new chapter begins, and I face it with the same passion and commitment as always. I leave with a heart full of gratitude. With love and respect.' Raya, meanwhile, is firmly established as the club's first choice having cemented his status after ousting Aaron Ramsdale. The former Brentford star has won back-to-back Golden Glove Awards and although Kepa is under no illusions as to the challenge that faces him he is ready to push Raya all the way. He said: 'He's a great goalkeeper and we have a very good relationship. We will compete, we will train together, we will share a lot of time together. 'We will have competition, as with all the positions in the team, but with the only goal that is to win and be the best ones.' More Trending A delighted Mikel Arteta added: 'We are really happy to have Kepa joining us. He is a player we know, having come up against him many times in recent seasons. 'He brings a wealth of experience, which his teammates will benefit from, and he has a real hunger to win. 'Kepa works hard and will elevate our levels. I know he will fit in perfectly, already knowing some of his teammates, and we are really excited about his future with us.' MORE: The best and worst Arsenal and Chelsea players as Kepa Arrizabalaga completes shock transfer MORE: Arsenal urged to reconsider move for 'raw' £60m transfer target MORE: Aston Villa transfer odds: The fight is on to keep Ollie Watkins and Emi Martinez amid Manchester United links
