5 possible destinations for Marcus Rashford if he leaves Manchester United
Marcus Rashford may not be a Manchester United player next season. The Englishman has spent his entire life at Old Trafford but is reportedly pondering his future in the coming summer.
With his contract set to expire in 2023, the coming months could prove pivotal for him to decide his next destination.
Marcus Rashford could call it quits at Manchester United in the summer
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Marcus Rashford is considering his future. He's concerned about his lack of game time, source close to Man Utd forward tell me - he's always been professional but he wants clarity. 🔴🏴 #MUFC
His current Manchester United deal runs out in June 2023. https://t.co/nYOvGld4W0
Things have not been all rosy at Manchester United in the past couple of months. Ralf Rangnick is trying to steady the ship, but internal conflicts, poor recruitment and shoddy performances have obstructed any worthwhile progress.
However, losing Rashford in the summer could be a massive blow, given his young age and potential. The winger is still one of the best talents in world football and has qualities which can be honed by other clubs if he moves on.
On that note, let's take a look at five possible destinations for Marcus Rashford if he decides to leave Manchester United in the summer.
#5 Arsenal
Arsenal have been commendable this season and have vastly improved since the previous campaign. With no European football this season, they have looked fresher and produced quality performances in the domestic arena.
Hearing that #Arsenal are monitoring the situation of Marcus Rashford at Manchester United & if the player decides to leave, the London club could make a move. Several other English clubs are keen on him as well. #AFC
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The Gunners are a top-4 rival to Manchester United this season and could beat them to it since they are one point ahead and have 3 games in hand. The Emirates outfit are also likely to be on the lookout for a striker in the summer, following the sale of Pierre Emerick Aubameyang in January. Alexandre Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah will also be out of their respective contracts by the end of the current campaign.
Hence, Rashford, who already has experience of playing amongst Europe's elite and in England, could add a bit of spice to the Arsenal frontline.
Manchester United did steal Robin van Persie away from the Gunners in 2012 and the latter could now exact revenge by taking one of their rivals' better players.
#4 Newcastle United
Newcastle United are quickly becoming a financial behemoth in the Premier League. The Tyneside outfit was acquired by a Saudi-led consortium in October and splashed the cash on some top talents in the January transfer window.
The Chronicle reports that Newcastle United are keeping a watching brief on the situation with Marcus Rashford at Manchester United. We are currently the bookies favourites to sign the England striker who isn't getting much game presently.
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They could spend some more money in the summer and attract a few big names to compete against the big boys.
Rashford could certainly be a target, especially if the English international is keen on leaving. The Magpies may have signed Chris Wood in January but lack a world-class centre-forward. The Manchester United academy graduate could fill that role if he plays to his potential at St. James' Park.
Newcastle have always been a prestigious club and now have the financial backing to compete with the best in the business again. But they shall need top players to do so and Rashford is arguably one of the best English talents around.