Marcus Rashford (Manchester United / Aston Villa)
24 March 2025
Rashford will not return to Manchester United after his loan at Villa; the club plans to sell him permanently.
New manager Ruben Amorim has ruled Rashford out of future plans. United will look to strike a £60m deal with Aston Villa.
Andrew Wiggins, Miami Heat
26 March 2025
Wiggins will face his former team, the Golden State Warriors, for the first time since being sent to Miami in the five-team trade involving Jimmy Butler.
Traded alongside Kyle Anderson, Wiggins is set to play a motivated role as both teams seek emotional wins for their traded stars.
Jimmy Butler, Golden State Warriors
26 March 2025
Butler downplayed his return to Miami for the first time since being traded to Golden State, calling it “just another game.” He scored 25 points in a loss to Atlanta as the Warriors prepare to face his former team.
Butler, traded last month after a dramatic exit from Miami, acknowledged Heat fans but said he’s focused solely on Golden State’s goals. Miami is on a 10-game losing streak since the trade, while the Warriors are 16-4 with Butler.
Myles Turner, Indiana Pacers
23 March 23, 2025
Turner scored 22 points with five 3s, 8 rebounds, and 3 blocks in a win over the Nets, hours after his sister Mya was stretchered off during pregame warmups.
Despite the emotional distress, Turner delivered one of his best performances of the season. The team confirmed Mya suffered a medical situation but was conscious and receiving treatment. Turner later confirmed she was OK.
Rayan Cherki, Lyon
Summer 2025
Lyon and Cherki have agreed he will depart the club this summer, attracting interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich.
The 21-year-old, whose contract runs until June 2026, was previously targeted by Borussia Dortmund in January, but a late reversal from Lyon blocked the move. This time, Lyon are prepared to sell, with several European clubs monitoring the situation.
Rui Hachimura, Los Angeles Lakers
23 March 2025
Hachimura returned to the lineup after missing 12 games with a left knee issue, contributing in the Lakers’ 146-115 loss to the Bulls.
He had been sidelined with left knee tendinopathy. Coach JJ Redick confirmed he will be limited to 20–24 minutes over the next few games as part of his reintegration plan.
Victor Boniface, Bayer Leverkusen
Summer 2025
Newcastle United are monitoring Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface as a replacement if Alexander Isak departs.
The Nigeria international, who has scored 10 goals in 22 matches this season, is valued at £40 million. Chelsea are also tracking him. A potential move to Saudi Arabia in January fell through, but Leverkusen are expected to overhaul the squad this summer.
Koni De Winter, Genoa
Potential summer move 2025
Everton have identified Genoa’s Koni De Winter as a potential replacement for Jarrad Branthwaite, who is attracting interest from Manchester United.
The 22-year-old Belgium international has impressed in Serie A and is also being pursued by Wolves and Inter Milan.
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers
23 March 2025
LeBron James returned from a two-week groin injury absence, scoring 17 points in 31 minutes during the Lakers’ 146-115 loss to the Chicago Bulls.
James was sidelined after a strain suffered on March 8 vs. Boston. His return comes as the Lakers’ roster nears full health, with only a few players still inactive. Rui Hachimura also made his return and is under minutes restriction.
Vladyslav Vanat, Dynamo Kyiv
Potential summer move 2025
West Ham and Leeds are interested in signing Dynamo Kyiv striker Vladyslav Vanat.
The 23-year-old Ukraine international has scored 32 goals in 63 league games and is also on the radar of Brentford, Fulham, and Wolves.
