Marcus Rashford transfer latest - Man United 'open' to sale, January exit, player stance

Manchester United appear to be open to selling Marcus Rashford next year if the right offer arrives, and might be convinced to part ways as soon as January.

The club are said to be mindful of their position within spending limits and believe his exit would free up the wage bill enough to allow more flexibility in the transfer market. United were open to offers for the 27-year-old last summer.

Since then, Rashford has been pulled up for several off-field decisions, including the visit to a nightclub after last year’s defeat to Manchester City and his time away in Belfast in January that led to him calling in sick for training prior to an FA Cup match.

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This activity away from the field is a contributing factor towards the club’s openness to sell, according to one report. There are also question marks over his long-term role on the pitch under Ruben Amorim.

The Telegraph says United are open to offers for Rashford next year and cites his off-field conduct as one concern the club has. It claims staff are worried he is being distracted from his game by other activities away from work.

The door is not being closed on the attacker, who has a chance to revive his top form under Amorim, but time is very much of the essence. Rashford is only one goal away from matching last season’s tally, having scored three times in five games under the new coach.

But United are said to be conscious about the player’s big wages, which ultimately may limit his options away from Old Trafford beyond taking a pay cut. Paris Saint-Germain have formerly outlined their