Rúben Amorim’s decision to leave Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho out of Manchester United’s squad for last Sunday’s derby against Manchester City has fueled more speculation about Rashford’s future at the club.
According to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihadare monitoring Marcus Rashford’s situation after he was left out of Manchester United’s squad by Amorim.
Furthermore,TBR Football reports that clubs in Saudi Arabia continue to show interest in signing Rashford but the Manchester United forward has made it clear he does not want to move to the Middle East.
Where does Rashford want to continue his career?
Marcus Rashford
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The Telegraph’sJames Ducker reports that if Rashford leaves Manchester United, his preference would be to move to Spain. Still, it’s hard to envision any LaLiga club affording his wages unless he desires to take a pay cut.
🚨 If Marcus Rashford leaves Manchester United, his preference would be a move to Spain.
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ESPN’s Mark Ogden reported in his column that Barcelona will not offer the forward a lifeline to jumpstart his career as the Catalan side doesn’t have the money or the appetite to pursue Rashford.
Meanwhile,Chris Wheeler of the Daily Mail suggests United might entertain offers of around £40 million for the forward.
As for Paris Saint-Germain,Laurie Whitwell of The Athletic reports that the French giants have no interest in Marcus Rashford. In addition, Melissa Reddy of Sky Sports adds that no clubs are currently targeting him, pointing to concerns about his form, off-pitch behavior, and high salary.