Marcus Rashford's future remains a hot topic following the end of the league season
Barcelona's Marcus Rashford celebrates
It remains to be seen whether Marcus Rashford's future will be resolved before or after the World Cup this summer(Image: AP)
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Manchester United have been informed of two swap deals that could finally conclude Marcus Rashford's Old Trafford career.
The 28-year-old is currently set for a return to his parent club this summer after a successful season-long loan at Barcelona. However, a reunion could vanish if Michael Carrick's side pull the trigger on one of two proposals that includes sending the England star to AC Milan in exchange of Rafael Leao.
The Portuguese winger, who has a £131million release clause, has routinely been linked with a move to Manchester in recent months with reports suggesting the Italian giants are open to selling him.
The like-for-like deal has been co-signed by United icon Jaap Stam who said the swap would suit all parties. Speaking to ComeOn, the Dutchman explained: "Maybe a swap between Rafael Leao and Marcus Rashford could work. Leao is also a good player.
"He has shown his potential at Milan, of course, in what he can do. I think he is a player that should be on the list of targets for Man Utd. Having said that, you need to have a look not only at the skill of a player, but also at the mentality of players.
Milan, Italy - April 26: Rafael Leao of Ac Milan looks on during the Serie A match between AC Milan and Juventus Fc at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) on April 26, 2026 in Milan Italy. (Photo by sportinfoto/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images)
Rafael Leao has been linked with a move to Old Trafford(Image: DeFodi Images, DeFodi Images via Getty Images)
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"You need to consider the situation where the club is, what player they are bringing in that is going to help the club going forward, so that you don't get any irritations from players who are not being picked to start."
Another possibility to end speculation of Rashford's future would be to sign Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado. Mundo Deportivo has claimed the Premier League giants have entered the race for the Spanish international.
A move from United to sign the 22-year-old could hand the La Liga champions an easier route to sign Rashford without paying the £26m option to buy him permanently. Carrick will be keen to bolster his midfield ranks following Casemiro's departure.
Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring the fourth goal of his team with his teammate Marc Casado (L) of FC Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and F.C. Copenhagen at Spotify Camp Nou
Marc Casado has spent the season alongside Marcus Rashford at Barcelona(Image: Manuel Queimadelos/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images)
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Barca have yet to trigger the clause they have for Rashford, with reports suggesting there have been negotiations regarding the transfer fee. Rashford has scored 14 goals and assisted 14 more in 49 games across all competitions this season as his influence has led his team-mate Frenkie de Jong to insisting he remains in Catalonia.
Speaking to Sport, the Dutchman said: "Yes, I believe so. In the minutes he's played, he has given us a lot: goals, assists, depth. He is a fast player, who threatens rival defences. I would be delighted if he continued with us.
"He arrived here with a lot of enthusiasm. He was very happy to be here and from the first moment he arrived you could already see that he wanted to stay. He's tried to adapt as best he could and I've seen him do well."