March 14th 

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The January transfer window is now little more than a dot in the rearview mirror and as such European football has got back to the business of winning games and challenging for as much silverware and success as possible between now and the end of the season. However, as all football fans know, the rumour mill never truly sleeps and while the summer transfer window may be many months away, there are still plenty of top stories to dig into in the meantime.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals this summer. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories – you can access the full rumour mill below.

Today’s biggest transfer stories

Marcus Rashford could return to Manchester United next season as it remains unclear whether Barcelona will sign him on a permanent deal. The Spanish giants have a €30m buy-option for the 28-year-old but it’s unclear whether they view the fee, and his substantial wages, as financially viable.

Arsenal remain keen on signing Leon Goretzka on a free contract in the summer, but they face competition from AC Milan. The 31-year-old has confirmed he will depart Bayern Munich and several clubs will battle for his signature.

Liverpool will face serious competition from Barcelona for Alessandro Bastoni. The 26-year-old has previously been unwilling to leave Inter Milan but there’s a feeling that he could embrace a new opportunity this summer.