Chelsea Eye Rogers, Barcelona Pursue Rashford: Transfer News & Rumors
- February 6, 2026 – The transfer landscape is heating up with significant moves potentially on the horizon for both Chelsea and Barcelona.
- Chelsea’s interest in Rogers, a 23-year-old attacking midfielder, is described as “strong” by TeamTalk, with the Blues believing he possesses the potential to become one of the world’s...
- Meanwhile, Barcelona are moving decisively to secure Marcus Rashford on a permanent deal.
Chelsea and Barcelona Dominate Transfer Talk as Rashford Decision Made
February 6, 2026 – The transfer landscape is heating up with significant moves potentially on the horizon for both Chelsea and Barcelona. Chelsea are reportedly pursuing Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, while Barcelona have decided to finalize the permanent signing of Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford.
Chelsea’s interest in Rogers, a 23-year-old attacking midfielder, is described as “strong” by TeamTalk, with the Blues believing he possesses the potential to become one of the world’s best in his position. However, acquiring Rogers won’t come cheap. Aston Villa are expected to demand a transfer fee exceeding £100 million. The London club faces competition from other Premier League giants, including Manchester United, Arsenal, and Manchester City, all monitoring the situation closely.
Meanwhile, Barcelona are moving decisively to secure Marcus Rashford on a permanent deal. The club intends to activate the €30 million option clause in his current loan agreement, offering the 28-year-old a three-year contract at the Camp Nou. Barcelona officials reportedly believe it would be “impossible to find a player of his level for a lower fee,” citing Rashford’s impressive form this season, where he has directly contributed to 23 goals in 33 matches across all competitions.
Elsewhere in the Premier League, Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Borussia Dortmund left-back Daniel Svensson. Dortmund are willing to part with the 23-year-old for a fee of £26 million, but face potential competition from Leeds United and Inter Milan. A potential acquisition of Svensson could raise questions about the future of Myles Lewis-Skelly at the Emirates Stadium, as he has seen limited playing time this season.
Further transfer activity includes reports that Chelsea are preparing a substantial €150 million bid for Barcelona midfielder Fermín López, aiming to bolster their squad under new manager Liam Rosenior. Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly agreed to a £14 million fee with Santos for Brazilian left-back Souza, with personal terms already agreed upon. Manchester City are also adding to their academy ranks, securing Keir McMeekin from Hearts after he completed a medical and signed a deal. Arsenal are also showing interest in 17-year-old Roméo Ritter of Borussia Dortmund, facing competition from AC Milan.
Aston Villa have also entered the race for Atlético Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher, joining Manchester United, Tottenham, and Newcastle United in pursuing the England international. Flamengo have expressed interest in Manchester United striker Darwin Núñez, though his €16 million salary presents a potential obstacle. They may instead turn their attention to Tottenham’s Richarlison. Interest also exists in Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie from Inter Milan, while Bayern Munich are reportedly monitoring Paris Saint-Germain defender Emmanuel Mbemba. Leeds United are linked with a move for Krasnodar attacking midfielder Eduard Spertsyan, and Manchester United have offered a scholarship to 16-year-old forward Kai Rooney.
Finally, Fiorentina winger Christian Kouame is set to undergo a medical with Aris Salonicco after a deal was agreed, and Juventus are prioritizing a contract extension for winger Kenan Yildiz.