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Marcus Rashford On Atletico Madrid’s Radar As La Liga Giants Plot Loan Move
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The latest Marcus Rashford transfer news has revealed that Atletico Madrid would be interested in g the winger on loan.
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim said earlier this week that Rashford is ready for a new challenge. However, Amorim believes that he can re-establish himself at Old Trafford.
The player himself itted in an interview with Henry Winter that he is ready to take the ‘next steps’ in his career. Interest will be high for Rashford’s services but his wage demands could prove to be a stumbling block.
After being the Red Devils poster boy, Rashford’s exit is now seemingly imminent. Being left out of the matchday squad for the Manchester Derby apparently sealed the deal.
Furthermore, the 27-year-old has not travelled to London ahead of Thursday’s League Cup quarter-final clash against Tottenham. Even club legend Paul Scholes hit out at Rashford‘s on and off field antics, which many believe is why he has been dropped.
🚨 Alejandro Garnacho, back with Man United squad for tomorrow’s game — reports @ManUtdMEN.
Marcus Rashford was absent as the squad departed Manchester. ⚠️ pic.twitter.com/7uLKZabw42
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 18, 2024
Marcus Rashford Transfer News Reveals Atletico Madrid Interest
According to reports, Marcus Rashford remains high on Atletico Madrid’s wish list. At this stage, only a loan move has been mooted.
A permanent transfer with Rashford’s high wages is out of the question for Atletico. Diego Simeone’s side would not risk breaking the bank for the out-of-sorts winger.
From the 27-year-old’s perspective, a move to the Spanish capital could help re-galvanise his stuttering career. And many players would jump at the chance to work under Simeone.
The Argentine manager is one of the most respected bosses in world football. Furthermore, he could really help provide the springboard to get Rashford back into the England setup.
Not only that, Atleti are very much in the mix as the La Liga title race begins to take shape going into 2025. The possibility to earn a career-first league trophy is one that will surely tempt Rashford.
Meanwhile, rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid are understood not to be keen on acquiring the services of the Wythenshawe-born star.
The same applies to Premier League duo Arsenal and Chelsea. Nonetheless, other clubs around the continent will surely enquire about Rashford. For now, his Manchester United career appears to be over.
On Thursday, the Red Devils are back in action when they take on Tottneham in the League Cup quarter-final. The best football betting sites in the UK price United at 15/8 to make the last four.