Marcus Rashford is finally back in a United shirt, the left-back hunt has taken a twist, and two transfer sagas reached very different endings. Here's your Manchester United week in review.

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Rashford is back

Marcus Rashford made his first Manchester United appearance in 20 months, off the bench in a 4-2 pre-season defeat to AC Milan in Wrocław. It was a first reunion with Ruben Amorim, the manager who froze him out in December 2024, and the Portuguese got the better of his old club for his first Milan win. With Barcelona declining a permanent deal, Rashford looks set to stay, and Harry Maguire wants him to.

Full story: Rashford back at Manchester United under Carrick

The left-back hunt: Raum

With Newcastle refusing to sell Lewis Hall, United have reportedly turned to RB Leipzig's David Raum. The Germany international is into the final year of his contract, carries a reported £34m release clause, and is said to have given his green light. Nothing is agreed, but with Luke Shaw's injury record, Jason Wilcox wants competition.

Full story: David Raum edges ahead in United's left-back search

Endrick talks

United have reportedly held talks over a loan for Real Madrid forward Endrick. The Brazilian, who scored 8 and assisted 8 in 21 games on loan at Lyon, has fallen down the pecking order at the Bernabéu. Aston Villa and Roma are also keen, and Madrid may prefer to keep him.

Full story: Endrick transfer turns into a Premier League tug-of-war

Tchouaméni stays

Real Madrid confirmed Aurélien Tchouaméni underwent a pre-season medical, and reports say United's pursuit is over. Fabrizio Romano says the France international has agreed a new deal, understood to run to 2031. He was the dream midfield target, but with Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans already in, Carrick still wants one more.

Full story: Tchouaméni stays at Real Madrid after United chase

Tielemans speaks

Youri Tielemans gave his first extended United interview, calling the £35m move "third time lucky" after links in 2019 and 2022. His line that "there are clubs above Villa, and Manchester United is one of them" made headlines, and prompted an apology to Aston Villa fans. He's already building an understanding with Bruno Fernandes.

Full story: Tielemans explains his Manchester United move

Pre-season wrap

Before the Milan trip, United drew 1-1 with Leeds at Croke Park in Dublin, then won the Boyle Sports Cup 5-4 on penalties. Bryan Mbeumo and Dan Armer earned 8/10, while Bruno Fernandes missed his spot-kick before Noussair Mazraoui won it. Rashford was left out despite travelling, saving his return for Milan.

Full story: Mbeumo stands out as United edge Leeds in Dublin

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