Marcus Rashford has acknowledged frustration that the next step in his club career is unresolved, but he has been clear about his priorities while England remain at the World Cup. The Catalans opted for a pricier move for Anthony Gordon instead, which left Rashford to return to Manchester United for now. It remains unknown where he will play next season, though he is expected back in Manchester for preseason once England\u2019s World Cup campaign and a mandatory three-week break are over.<\/p>\n
\u201cI live in the moment. I was very clear with everyone involved before the World Cup: I wanted it to be resolved before,\u201d Rashford told reporters ahead of England\u2019s next match against Mexico. \u201cIf it wasn\u2019t, I wouldn\u2019t deal with it until later. I want to be fully present in this moment [at the World Cup]. We are fighting for something very special, I don\u2019t have the energy to dedicate to [thinking about club uncertainty].\u201d<\/p>\n
The Manchester United chapter is not closed. New manager Michael Carrick is not ruling out reintegration and the club is now very different to when the player fell abruptly out of favor with previous boss Ruben Amorim. Team-mate Harry Maguire says colleagues would welcome him back provided he wants to return.<\/p>\n
Manchester United need reinforcements on the left side of attack and assigning Rashford that role could free funds for central midfield, where the club may require additional signings. From a United perspective a permanent sale would be preferable to another loan.<\/p>\n
Rashford\u2019s profile suits several clubs. In the Premier League, Aston Villa and Newcastle United are mentioned as fits. Abroad, Bayern Munich or Paris Saint-Germain could be options if he accepts a role similar to his time at Barcelona, usually the first point of cover across the frontline.<\/p>\n
Barcelona allowed a $34.33 million (\u00a325.7 million) exclusive transfer clause to expire and could return later, apparently seeking $53.4 million (\u00a340 million) in line with an apparent release clause. Last season Rashford produced 28 goals and assists in 49 appearances for Barcelona, a form that earned him an England recall and World Cup selection. He came off the bench to replace Gordon against Croatia and scored, then started against Panama and retained his place for the DR Congo match.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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