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Manchester United's Rafael Leao Transfer Rumors Spark AC Milan Swap Speculation

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Manchester United are exploring a potential swap deal for Rafael Leao, 26, with AC Milan open to exchanging the Portuguese winger for Marcus Rashford, 25-year-old Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte, or Joshua Zirkzee. Meanwhile, Newcastle United are prioritizing a summer rebuild, targeting Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser and Manchester City's James Trafford, 23, to overhaul their No. 1 spot. Crystal Palace has shortlisted Frank Lampard and Kieran McKenna as managerial candidates, signaling a strategic shift amid Oliver Glasner's impending departure. Arsenal remain locked in a battle with Barcelona and Paris St-Germain for Julian Alvarez, while Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson attracts interest from Manchester City and Brighton's Carlos Baleba. Bruno Fernandes' £57m release clause looms, but Manchester United hope Champions League qualification will secure his stay. Leeds United aim to sign Hidemasa Morita if they avoid relegation, while Juventus eye Mason Greenwood despite Marseille's €50m valuation. Benfica targets Marco Silva to replace Jose Mourinho, and Everton has made an offer for Esmir Bajraktarevic. The window’s frenzy underscores clubs’ urgency to reshape squads ahead of the 2023-24 season.