Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has reportedly agreed to stay at Old Trafford for the rest of the season following negotiations over loan for Borussia Dortmund to stop.
The English international has been actively courted by clubs from all over the world since he publicly announced his desire to “new challenge” in mid-December. Rashford was sent off in the Manchester derby a few days earlier and Ruben Amorim did not get a single minute for the next six weeks.
However, the forward’s hefty wages – believed to be in excess of £300,000-a-week – and reluctance to move outside of Europe’s elite have limited his options.
Borussia Dortmund were thought to be Rashford’s most ardent suitors and even weighed in potential permanent relocation at one point. But the financial realities of the loan deal ensure the Bundesliga side are “not hopeful” of signing Rashford this month, per Sky Sports Germany.
All hope is not lost. Dortmund are reportedly waiting to see if United’s stance on covering the majority RashfordWages are falling as the transfer window draws to a close, and Barcelona they reportedly remain in the race. Although, how the Catalans can fund the glut of contract renewals that have been agreed as well as Rashford’s hefty salary remains to be seen.
AC Milan have also been linked with a move for Rashford, but will not be able to register another non-EU player after that soon to be purchased Manchester City’s English right back Kyle Walker.
Despite clear push to leave, Rashford has been described as “pleased” and even “happy” to play for Amorim if and when the Portuguese boss calls on him, according to The Guardian.
Rashford’s last appearance for United was on December 12 in the Europa League match with Viktoria Plzen. Before his exile, the 27-year-old scored three goals in six appearances under Amorim. Only three players – Amad Diallo, Rasmus Hojlund and Bruno Fernandes – have scored more during the head coach’s entire reign.
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