Manchester United Set Price for Rashford at £40m
Rashford's wages and the £40m price tag are major factors in his future, as Villa and other clubs weigh the costs and benefits of signing the talented forward. His impressive performance on loan has made him a desirable target, but the financial aspects of any potential deal will play a significant role in determining his next steps.
Marcus Rashford's future is uncertain as his loan deal with Aston Villa comes to an end, with Manchester United reportedly willing to sell him for £40m to any interested club, not just Villa.
Rashford has impressed during his loan spell at Villa, scoring four goals and providing six assists in 17 games, and the club has an option to buy him for £40m. However, his £325,000-a-week salary is a major sticking point, and Villa may try to negotiate the wage down if they decide to make the move permanent.
United head coach Ruben Amorim reportedly doesn't want to restore Rashford to the squad, and minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has expressed frustration with high-earning players. Rashford is expected to return to United for pre-season training in July, but it's unclear whether he'll stay or leave. Villa still hopes to secure a top-five Premier League finish, which would give them a better chance of signing Rashford permanently.
Rashford's agent, Pini Zahavi, is reportedly scouting out a move to Barcelona, but Rashford would prefer to stay at Aston Villa beyond the end of the season rather than move abroad. He has scored four goals and registered five assists under manager Unai Emery, and his representatives are against part-exchange deals.
The future of Marcus Rashford remains uncertain, with Manchester United, Aston Villa, and other clubs waiting to see what decision he will make. With his contract at United until 2028, Rashford has time to consider his options and choose the best path for his career.