Transfer news on 28/02: Rashford makes decision with M.U; Zidane set for comeback

Modric has a response for the Saudi Pro League. According to disclosures from The Athletic, Croatian star Luka Modric has already made a decision regarding the possibility of moving to the Saudi Pro League. Specifically, Modric has been pursued by clubs from Croatia, Saudi Arabia, and the United States. However, the former Tottenham Hotspur player is reportedly not interested in the Saudi Pro League. He also ruled out the possibility of continuing to play in Europe. Therefore, Modric may either return to his homeland or move to the United States for retirement.
Chelsea settles on a new manager to replace Pochettino. According to reports from Fichajes, Chelsea is considering appointing Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi to replace Mauricio Pochettino, after the Argentine manager failed to meet expectations. De Zerbi has built a reputation for himself over the past few seasons. The Italian manager has transformed Brighton into a strong team with an attractive attacking style of play. However, Chelsea faces competition from Liverpool and Barcelona for De Zerbi's signature, and the 44-year-old's contract with The Seagulls runs until the summer of 2026.Liverpool is preparing to spend 70 million euros on Porto's star. According to information from O Jogo, Liverpool is ready to invest 70 million euros to break the current contract between midfielder Alan Varela and Porto in the upcoming summer transfer window. This season, the Argentine midfielder has appeared in all 28 matches across all competitions for the Dragao. Varela performed excellently in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 against Arsenal recently, making significant contributions to Porto's temporary 1-0 lead over the Gunners before the second leg.
Zidane set for a comeback. Zinedine Zidane revealed his desire to return to coaching once he receives a suitable offer. "Working in Italy? Why not? Anything can happen, but right now I have other things to focus on. I'm sure I will come back. I want to coach a club again," Zidane shared with the press. Since leaving Real Madrid in the summer of 2021, Zidane has remained unemployed. After EURO 2024, Zidane could take charge of the French national team. Furthermore, Zidane has been rumored to potentially manage Bayern Munich, Manchester United, and even Real Madrid, in case Carlo Ancelotti departs.Jean-Clair Todibo rejects Man Utd? Todibo is a top target for Man Utd at the center-back position. However, the player affirmed, "Why not return to Barcelona? Barcelona is still a great experience. I have learned a lot from Gerard Pique, Samuel Umtiti, Clement Lenglet... That has helped me a lot. I have reached the highest level. I did not get the playing time I wanted because there were many big players ahead of me. Gerard Pique playing instead of a 19-year-old inexperienced player is normal."
Rashford seals his future. Marcus Rashford is one of the worst-performing players for Man Utd this season. Therefore, there have been rumors that the club is considering the possibility of parting ways with him to bring in more suitable personnel. Rashford is also receiving special attention from PSG. The French club wants to recruit the 1997-born forward to replace Kylian Mbappe.
However, according to English media, Rashford is still happy with life at Man Utd and is excited about the new owner's project. Therefore, Rashford wants to stay at Old Trafford and improve his form.