Man United could face Jesse Lingard transfer repeat after shock Marcus Rashford enquiry

There are plenty of clubs linked with an interest in Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford in the January transfer window, with the player's future, at least in the short term, looking likely to be away from Old Trafford.

Rashford has fallen down the pecking order under Ruben Amorim - and has spoken publicly about wanting a new challenge. As reported by The Manchester Evening News, he has turned down offers to play in Saudi Arabia with a stay in Europe looking the most likely option.

AC Milan have been the most heavily linked clubs in the last few days, with talks reportedly going on between United and the Italian club. It is, however, claimed Milan would only wish to pay half of the player's wages - in a straight loan deal.

There has been talk of Premier League interest, with the clubs initially unnamed. However, talkSPORT's Alex Crook has claimed that West Ham United are "tracking developments" over Rashford and they want to be kept informed on what happens at Old Trafford and beyond with regards to his situation.

The Hammers are starting life under new head coach Graham Potter, who was officially announced as Julen Lopetegui's replacement on Thursday morning. The new boss will have just a few weeks to assess, and then possibly add to, his squad in the January window.

It's not the first time that West Ham have (potentially) moved for a United star struggling for form, either. Back in January 2021, the club completed a deal to sign United Academy graduate Jesse Lingard on a six-month loan deal.

During his time at the London Stadium, Lingard caught the eye with his performances. In his 16 games for the club, he scored nine goals and provided four assists.

Writing for The Players' Tribune a few months after