Gossip: Man Utd keen on Ndidi
Everton are interested in Leicester City's 28-year-old Nigeria midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, who has a £9m relegation release clause in his contract. (Talksport), externalBarcelona are considering a loan move for United forward Marcus Rashford. (Guardian), externalAnd Fenerbahce are interested in United winger Jadon Sancho, who is valued at £25m. (Talksport), externalWant more transfer stories? Read Wednesday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
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