There will be new arrivals, but Lopez is the future of Marseille. Getty Images6Dimitri Payet was at Marseille for two seasons before joining West HamGetty Images6It h. A classy passer, intelligence beyond his years and the vision to pick apart any defence, he has one goal and three assists in just nine starts and completes 86. und flatly refused to start any negotiations over star teenager Christian Pulisic. AS the?Premier League becomes richer and richer, younger players are now more inclined to make the move to England, rather than staying at their parent club. But a major problem could be the growing interest from China in top European players – and the riches on offer. However, the possibility of signing another of worlds biggest names may entice United to make a statement. twice as strong Blues make it 13 wins in a rowRodriguez, 24, has impressed both clubs with his displays in the Bundesliga this season having also performed well at last summers European Championship. by former United boss Louis Van Gaal and enjoyed a solid first season at Old Trafford making 39 appearances under the Dutchman. The Aston Villa striker has been in advanced talks with Aitor Karanka’s side over a potential January?move.