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Man Utd ‘agree on explosive Marcus Rashford transfer’ despite Ruben Amorim stance | Soccer | Sport
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Man Utd ‘agree on explosive Marcus Rashford transfer’ despite Ruben Amorim stance | Soccer | Sport

Manchester United could cash in on Marcus Rashford as early as the January transfer window after agreeing he is not unsellable, according to reports. The Red Devils are reportedly ready to get rid of the local hero, which would give him Ruben AmorimThe reconstruction budget is an almighty boost.

The Portuguese tactician used Rashford in his first five games as United boss but only named him in his starting line-up twice.

Rashford scored three times, including a brace in the 4-0 win over Everton, averaging a goal every 84 minutes under the new regime.

However, Rasmus Hojlund looks to be Amorim’s first-choice striker, while Alejandro Garnacho has retained his usual starting spot alongside an indispensable captain Bruno Fernandes.

Amorim will be eager to start shaping the team according to his vision from January, but he faces financial restrictions imposed by the club. Premier League and UEFA rules.

United are on ice due to the growing debt imposed on the club by the Glazer family and the recruitment of players worth £600 million for Erik Ten Hag in just over two years.

And it is still expected that they will be forced to sell to buy again at the start of Amorim’s reign, like this summer.

Rashford would not be safe from Ineos’ ruthless streak and could find himself on display this winter.

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