After describing Marcus Rashford as one of four players who have “no way back” at Manchester United this summer, Ryan Giggs has stated that he is still capable of “playing for any team” in the world.
Rashford joined Aston Villa on loan during the January transfer window after Ruben Amorim cut him out of the first team picture at the end of the previous season.
The England international has scored four goals and provided six assists in 21 games under Unai Emery at Villa Park, displaying glimmers of his previously formidable prowess.
Although his season seems to have ended prematurely due to a hamstring injury, Emery is reportedly eager to sign the forward permanently this summer. There is a £40 million buyout option in the loan agreement that brought Rashford to the Midlands.
Rashford would rather join Barcelona this summer than remain at Villa, but it appears that a return to Old Trafford is currently out of the question.
Barcelona is now eager to make the dream move to Camp Nou happen, and the 27-year-old is willing to accept a pay reduction to do so.
Jadon Sancho, Antony, and Tyrell Malacia, who are currently on loan at Chelsea, Real Betis, and PSV Eindhoven, respectively, are among the players United hopes to sell this summer in order to raise money.
Rashford is one of four players who are probably going to be moved on, according to United great Giggs, who discussed United’s summer transfer activity on the Webby & O’Neill show.
The Welshman responded, “Marcus can play in any team,” when asked if Rashford still possesses the talent needed to play for Barcelona and star with players like Lamine Yamal. He has demonstrated his qualities.
It simply hasn’t occurred at United in the past few years for some reason. My greatest football performance was a result of my freedom, self-expression, and enjoyment. When Marcus was here, things didn’t appear that way. He must locate a loving environment where he can flourish to the fullest extent of his abilities.
Rashford, Sancho, Antony, and Malacia are United’s best chances to raise money because Christian Eriksen, Victor Lindelof, and Jonny Evans are anticipated to go at the end of their individual contracts.
Giggs acknowledges that the loss of Rashford leaves a “sour taste,” but he also says he does not see that quartet returning.
Giggs stated, “I think that’s down to Amorim,” in response to a question on whether United should sell Rashford, Sancho, Antony, and Malacia.
I believe he has already made up his mind, and the authority figures may have even taken it away from him in order to bring in money to buy his preferred player.
When Marcus first joined the company, he performed exceptionally well and left a somewhat sour taste. He is one of our own.
However, he didn’t appear content; rather, he was under strain and wasn’t having fun playing football. Therefore, I don’t see any way for any of them to go back for Marcus’ sake, as you can see him enjoying football now.