Liverpool at risk of handing Man Utd transfer boost after Rio Ngumoha call
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesRio NgumohaMarcus Rashford could join Bayern Munich after Liverpool refused to sell Rio Ngumoha, with Barcelona unlikely to make the Manchester United winger's loan permanentLiverpool has no interest in selling Rio Ngumoha(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool's determination to rebuff Bayern Munich's interest in Rio Ngumoha could open the door for a fresh transfer move for Manchester United's Marcus Rashford.The England star is currently on international duty at the World Cup, with any decision regarding his future expected once the tournament concludes. However, with Barcelona reluctant to meet the full £26 million ($35 million) fee to make Rashford's loan move permanent, the 28-year-old could find himself seeking a new club ahead of next season.It appears that one potential landing spot for the England winger could be Bundesliga team Bayern Munich.
This comes after the German club was told to cool its pursuit of Liverpool talent Ngumoha.The Liverpool Echo reported earlier this week that sources within the club consider Ngumoha "potentially elite" and have absolutely no intention of letting the youngster leave.The 17-year-old impressed on his senior international debut against New Zealand, but missed out on the World Cup squad after failing to make the provisional selection earlier in the year.The Echo also notes that no discussions have yet taken place between Liverpool and Bayern Munich, despite the Germans' reported interest in Ngumoha.Marcus Rashford has just won La Liga with Barcelona(Image: Getty Images)Given the Reds' firm stance over the youngster, this could clear the path for a Rashford deal. According to TEAMtalk, Bayern is interested in signing Rashford, with an opening bid "imminent."A move for Rashford could work in everyone's favor, while giving Bayern the opportunity to bide their time over Ngumoha.
It could also hand United a welcome cash boost, though it's unclear whether Bayern will meet United's asking price at this stage.Harry Kane is in scintillating form in Germany, having netted an extraordinary 61 goals this season alone.The former Tottenham striker has claimed two league titles and two domestic cups since his move to Bayern in 2023, and could prove pivotal in helping Rashford settle into life in the Bundesliga.The United winger had a productive spell at Barcelona, scoring 14 goals and contributing 14 assists in 49 appearances for the Catalan club.He claimed the La Liga title and the Spanish Super Cup under Hansi Flick's stewardship and will undoubtedly feel aggrieved by the club's unwillingness to make his transfer permanent.Nevertheless, a fresh start at another European heavyweight could provide yet another timely boost for Rashford as he presses on with his comeback to the summit of the game. Michael Carrick is thought to share a close relationship with the forward and disclosed in April that no definitive decision has yet been reached regarding his future.Although remaining at his childhood club is still an option, Rashford's desire to sign for Barca could see him develop a sudden appreciation for the Bundesliga and Bayern's recent run of silverware.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Rio NgumohaLiverpool FCManchester United FCFC Bayern MunichFC BarcelonaTransfers