Story byPhoto by Stephen White - CameraSport via Getty ImagesAaditya KrishnamurthyThu, January 22, 2026 at 8:30 AM UTC·2 min readManchester United continue to explore new transfer opportunities across Europe as the club assesses reinforcements for both the current campaign and the upcoming summer window. Manchester United, operating under new technical leadership, have intensified their scouting activity this month. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementClub officials have been engaged in discussions across Spain and Germany, with a focus on both returning players and long-term midfield options. Photo by Ion Alcoba Beitia/Getty ImagesMarcus Rashford return talks held with BarcelonaManchester United have held talks with Barcelona regarding a potential return for Marcus Rashford from his loan spell in La Liga. The 28-year-old has delivered eight goals and 11 assists in 29 appearances for the Catalan side this season. According to FootballTransfers, Barcelona remain interested in keeping Rashford permanently but may struggle to trigger the €35 million buy option due to ongoing financial restrictions. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementManchester United are now assessing the possibility of reintegrating the forward into Michael Carrick’s squad for next season. United scout Mikel OyarzabalManchester United scouts were in attendance at Real Sociedad’s recent match against Barcelona to monitor Mikel Oyarzabal. The Spain international, who can operate across the forward line, has been on United’s radar for several months. FootballTransfers report that Oyarzabal has a €75 million release clause in his contract and is viewed as a possible summer target. Aston Villa are also tracking the versatile attacker, who has made more than 400 appearances for Real Sociedad. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementYan Diomande to cost €100 millionRB Leipzig managing director Oliver Mintzlaff has confirmed that any club hoping to sign Yan Diomande will need to pay €100 million. The 19-year-old midfielder has emerged as one of Europe’s brightest young talents following his breakthrough Bundesliga season. The Athletic report that both Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring the Ivory Coast international, while Bayern Munich are also interested. Mateus Fernandes linked to Manchester UnitedManchester United are among several clubs following the situation of West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes. The 21-year-old has impressed this season and could be sold if the Hammers’ relegation clause in his contract is activated. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementSportsBoom report that Fernandes has attracted interest from both Manchester United and Manchester City. Michael Carrick is said to view the Portuguese midfielder as an ideal long-term partner for Kobbie Mainoo, offering balance, energy, and creativity in midfield. Manchester United are expected to continue assessing opportunities ahead of the summer, with midfield reinforcements and attacking depth remaining the club’s primary focus under Carrick’s interim guidance. Read more:Harry Maguire says Jose Mourinho signed an underrated Man United starPremier League admits error that cost Man Utd three points against BurnleyWayne Rooney didn’t hesitate when asked if 2008 Man United would beat current Arsenal.