Marcus Rashford at Manchester United appears to be nearing its conclusion.
Once heralded as the future of the club, the 27-year-old forward spent the last 6 months of the season on loan at Aston Villa in a bid to revive his form.
While there were moments of excellence, the move has not been made permanent.
Now, as the 2025/26 season approaches, United are open to letting Rashford leave permanently – with a £40 million price tag set for the Carrington graduate.
Ruben Amorim, backed by INEOS, is reshaping the squad to fit his high-intensity tactical model.
That vision doesn’t seem to include Rashford, whose inconsistency and struggle to adapt have pushed him out of the club seemingly.
Despite his status as a homegrown talent and his rich history of key moments in red, Rashford is no longer untouchable.
With PSR rules still a consideration and United aiming to refresh the squad, his sale offers both sporting and financial upside.
So where next for Marcus Rashford?
Several clubs are circling – but the forward faces a defining decision in what could be the most important move of his career.
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Barcelona
Barcelona have long admired Marcus Rashford, and the player himself is believed to view them as his ideal next move.
The allure of the Camp Nou, combined with a system that could suit his explosive style under Hansi Flick would make sense.
Talks between Rashford’s representatives and Barca’s sporting director Deco have reportedly taken place in recent weeks, with manager Hansi Flick also supportive of the move, even with Nico Williams looking close to joining the Spanish club.
Rashford’s ability to operate across the forward line – whether cutting in from the left or leading the line — is seen as a major asset, especially with Robert Lewandowski now in the twilight of his career.
Despite their interest, Barcelona’s financial limitations continue to be a stumbling block.
The La Liga side are currently only prepared to explore a loan deal due to Rashford’s £350,000-a-week wages and the club’s ongoing wage structure issues.
That stance is unlikely to tempt Manchester United, who are seeking a permanent transfer and have set a £40 million asking price.
Unless Barcelona can either raise funds or Rashford lowers his wage demands, a move will require one side to compromise.
But if a solution can be found, a switch to Spain could finally give Rashford the fresh start he’s been seeking.
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Inter Milan
Inter Milan have emerged as a surprise name in the conversation for Marcus Rashford’s signature.
According to reports, initial contact was made earlier this month when the Serie A champions inquired about Rashford during discussions centred around Rasmus Hojlund.
At this stage, Inter are only considering a loan move – a route that doesn’t align with Manchester United’s current stance.
With Ruben Amorim unwilling to reintegrate Rashford into his plans and the club actively seeking a permanent sale, another temporary switch would be far from ideal.
There are also financial hurdles to consider.
Inter aren’t in a position to absorb Rashford’s sizeable wages, and with Rashford leaning toward a move to Barcelona, this seems unlikely.
However, if Barcelona fail to make progress and Rashford remains without a clear destination late in the window, Inter could re-enter the picture.
Saudi Arabia
Should financial negotiations with European clubs stall, a move to Saudi Arabia could quickly become a more realistic option.
Several Saudi Pro League sides are reportedly monitoring his situation and would have no trouble meeting Manchester United’s £40 million valuation or covering his £350,000-a-week wages.
From a business standpoint, it’s the most straightforward solution for United.
However, at just 27 years old, a move feels premature.
Rashford is still seen as a player capable of contributing at the highest level.
With interest from Barcelona and others in top European leagues, it’s unlikely he would choose to leave the elite stage just yet.
That said, should offers from Europe fail to materialise or fall through late in the window, Saudi Arabia remains a viable fallback.
Manchester United
While a summer exit remains the most likely outcome, the possibility of Marcus Rashford staying at Manchester United is quietly growing.
With a £350,000-a-week wage, United are finding it difficult to attract firm buyers willing to commit to a permanent deal.
Loan options exist, but with the club keen to offload him permanently, progress has stalled.
This raises the question — could Rashford and Ruben Amorim find common ground?
Amorim has shown little interest in reintegrating Rashford into his squad, largely due to concerns over fit and mentality.
But United’s tactical needs may shift the conversation.
With no clear long-term solution at striker and a growing need for a channel-running forward, Rashford’s profile could, in theory, offer something the current squad lacks.
It still seems improbable, especially after a full season away and public signs of disconnect.
But football is unpredictable.
If no suitable exit route is found and Amorim sees value in his attributes, there may come a point where both parties are forced to reconsider.
A patched-up relationship might be the last resort, but also the last opportunity for Rashford to prove he still belongs at Manchester United.