Marcus Rashford ended the World Cup with a thoughtful post after England’s 6‑4 victory over France in Miami, noting disappointments but urging belief in the future. At 28, he is moving into prime years, having won La Liga with Barcelona, earned 77 England caps, and played a key role in the tournament.

His contract with Manchester United runs until 2028 and pays £325,000 a week, making him the club’s top earner. Barcelona held a £26 m option to sign him permanently, but that deadline passed in June, and a £40 m clause for other clubs expired in July. No side triggered a move, so Rashford will likely return to United for a training camp in the Republic of Ireland before the new season.

United have been-hit with salary‑cost scrutiny under minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, and while the club is firm on not renegotiating or loaning Rashford, they remain open to alternative targets. Rashford’s social media indicates he would not jeopardise his England place, leaving the 15th‑highest scorer in club history in a market with limited suitors.

Where he ends up by the 1 September window remains uncertain, but the most probable outcome is a return to Old TraffordBriefing: The future of Marcus Rashford remains a complex mix of contract, performance, and club صف