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Correspondent Rob Dawson
Manchester United are expecting AC Milan and Borussia Dortmund to make a formal loan offer for Marcus Rashford, according to sources. This after both clubs registered their interest with the player’s agent.
United are actively trying to find a solution for Rashford in the January transfer window, with the England striker out of command under new manager Ruben Amorim.
Rashford has not played since the 2-1 win over FC Viktoria Plzeň on December 12. The club is willing to listen to all offers for the 27-year-old, including permanent deals and loans. Napoli are also said to be interested in Rashford.
Sources have told ESPN that the most likely outcome if he leaves Old Trafford this month is a loan. Rashford staying at United beyond deadline day has not been ruled out.
Milan and Dortmund are expected to pay a significant portion of Rashford’s salary before a deal is agreed.
His salary of around £350,000 ($436,000) per week is a major stumbling block. Manchester United are willing to be flexible to facilitate a move, but managers have vowed there will be no repeat of Raheem Sterling’s move to Arsenal, with Chelsea agreeing to continue paying almost 90% of the winger’s wages.
Rashford would also welcome interest from Spain, particularly Barcelona, ​​but their financial situation would complicate any potential move.
United also did not rule out entering talks with other Premier League clubs if the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham decide to show interest.
United’s sensitive financial situation also means they will have to listen to offers for every member of the first-team squad.
The club is not actively trying to offload players like Kobbie Mainoo, but sources told ESPN they are not putting restrictions on anyone as they try to strike a balance.
Sources say Maino wants to stay at Old Trafford despite slow progress while contract extension talks are ongoing.
The England midfielder’s contract runs until 2027 with an option to extend it for a further year.
