David Ornstein says £40m United star has picked up hamstring injury, could complicate summer plans
Manchester United are preparing for a busy summer transfer window, and there could be multiple exits to recoup funds.
The focus could be on offloading out-of-favour players, and one of them has now sustained a season-ending injury.
As per journalist David Ornstein, Marcus Rashford is poised to miss the final part of the season with Villa due to a hamstring concern.
Rashford, who left on loan in February, may not require surgery for the setback as things stand. He aims to return in time for England’s fixtures in June.
Villa have an option to purchase him for £40 million this summer, and it remains to be seen whether his injury blow complicates matters.
Rashford’s injury could hamper United’s transfer business
The England international signed for the Villans before the winter transfer deadline. He has had a good impact with four goals and six assists from 17 appearances.
Despite this, Villa manager Unai Emery has refused to acknowledge that the club will purchase Rashford. His injury could be a potential setback for the Red Devils.
Further tests are anticipated to find out the severity of the concern. United will hope that the results are positive and surgery won’t be required in the near future.
Since Rashford is an academy graduate, United would receive £40m as pure profit from his summer sale when it comes to the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).
Hence, a lengthier injury could hamper United’s prospects of spending the same sum on new recruits.
Hopefully, the 27-year-old will recover ahead of schedule. Alongside Rashford, United are anticipated to offload Jadon Sancho and Antony after their loan stints.
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Article written by Sri Aswin .