Following Manchester United’s 1-0 defeat to Newcastle at St. James’ Park, Rashford finds himself embroiled in controversy amid claims that the England international displayed insufficient effort throughout the match.
The 26-year-old has had a disappointing season, scoring only twice in 18 games across various competitions, one of which was a penalty received from Bruno Fernandes after the team’s 3-0 win against Everton.
Rashford’s lackluster performance in the recent match exemplified his struggles, indicating that it might not have been the right time for him to shine.
Reports suggest that Man Utd is considering parting ways with the attacker due to his poor form. According to footballwave, the club has “placed him on the exit ramp,” and a potential option gaining traction involves a transfer to Barcelona, potentially in exchange for Raphinha.
Raphinha, a player previously pursued by Manchester United during his stint with Leeds, garnered significant interest from Arsenal. Despite his solid reputation in England for his contributions at Elland Road, the Red Devils are in dire need of enhanced offensive prowess, as their current players are not delivering as expected.
Similarly, Barcelona is seeking cost-effective January options to bolster their offensive capabilities after witnessing Raphinha’s potential at a lower level in Catalunya. Hence, a potential trade involving Rashford could be an appealing prospect.
The potential deal is still in the preliminary stages, with reports suggesting that it could develop rapidly in the near future.
