Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationMetro FootballUnverified source· 7 Aug 2026
Owen urges Arsenal to sign Man Utd star after Vinicius blow
Michael Owen says Arsenal should target a 'top quality' £40m Man Utd star after missing out on Vinicius Junior.
M. Rashford
player
Player
Marcus Rashford
Current club
Manchester United
Linked club
Arsenal
Reported fee
£40m
What happened. Michael Owen has advised Arsenal to sign a Manchester United star for £40m after their pursuit of Vinicius Junior failed.
- Owen described the player as 'top quality'.
- The suggestion comes after Arsenal's blow in the Vinicius Junior chase.
- The player is reportedly available for £40m.
“Top quality”
— Michael Owen
Arsenal may now turn to the Man Utd star as an alternative target in the transfer window.
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