The Manchester United squad needs a major overhaul after their disappointing Europa League final loss. This setback makes it tough for Ruben Amorim to get the team back on top in the Premier League. With one game left in the season, United is 16th in the standings – they can finish as high as 14th, but that’s not guaranteed. They might even slip to 17th, just above the relegation zone.
This means the team is far from qualifying for European competitions, so they’re relying on player sales to bring in cash. That’s where Deco, Barcelona’s sporting director, comes in. He mentioned that there’s a Manchester United player who has caught the Spanish club’s attention. It just so happens that this player is one of the highest-paid at United, but isn’t part of Amorim’s plans.
Marcus Rashford, the English international forward, is the player in question. He spent the second half of the season on loan at Aston Villa, who have a buy option worth around 47 million euros. Barcelona is interested in Rashford, although Deco didn’t explicitly say they’re going to make a move. He also mentioned Luis Diaz, a former FC Porto player, as someone they like.
Deco said, “When we look at the market, there are some names that we know could improve our team. We like Luis and Rashford, as well as other players.” Rashford’s contract with United runs until 2028, but Amorim’s presence at the club makes his future uncertain.
Possible Outcomes
- Rashford stays at United and tries to revive his career under Amorim.
- Barcelona makes a move for Rashford, potentially offering him a fresh start.
- Aston Villa exercises their buy option, taking Rashford off United’s hands.
The situation is complex, with multiple factors at play. One thing is certain, though – Manchester United needs to make some big changes to get back on track.