Manchester United is anticipating that Marcus Rashford will make a move abroad this summer, firmly indicating that they have no intention of reinstating him into their squad for the upcoming season. Rashford, 27, took a loan opportunity with Aston Villa in February, hoping for rejuvenation in his career.His contributions to the club have been limited, though, since he has been out for the last three weeks due to a hamstring injury. Rashford is currently valued at £40 million by United, but Aston Villa does not have the first option to buy him outright.
Internal discussions at Manchester United have reaffirmed that Rashford is not a part of the club’s plans moving forward. This decision follows a series of choices made by head coach Ruben Amorim, who notably omitted Rashford from 11 out of 12 matchday squads before his loan transfer. This trend suggests a clear disconnect between the player and the team’s future strategy.
Sources close to Rashford have indicated that he is unwilling to accept a reduction in his current wage of £325,000 per week, which further narrows his prospects for a move this summer. His contract with United is set to run until 2028, which means any potential buyers would have to meet United’s financial expectations to secure his services.
As pre-season training approaches, United is bracing for Rashford’s return, potentially leading to a situation reminiscent of Jadon Sancho’s from the previous year. Sancho was included in United’s pre-season tour squad in the United States but did not finalize his transfer to Chelsea until the deadline day on August 31. Rashford has expressed a desire to continue competing in the Champions League, evidenced by his crucial performances for Villa in their quarter-final matches against Paris Saint-Germain.
Despite the allure of several London teams, Rashford has declared that he is not interested in joining any of them. Barcelona has been his long-term goal, despite Paris Saint-Germain’s prior interest and even their August 2022 meeting with his brother, Dwaine Maynard. PSG has undergone substantial transformation since then, assembling a more youthful and cohesive squad. They recently advanced to their second Champions League final by defeating Arsenal.
