According to Fabrizio Romano, Marcus Rashford has a £40m release clause that is not valid for Manchester City. The final decision belongs to Marcus Rashford, who is going to assess all options, including Manchester United and staying under Michael Carrick.

Speculation has grown after reports from the Daily Mail suggested that Rashford's agent and brother, Dwaine Maynard, was seen at the Etihad Stadium. This has fueled rumors of a potential transfer to City, despite the absence of an official approach. It is believed that Rashford does not see a future at United following a disagreement with the manager and is looking to leave Old Trafford. Currently excelling on loan at Aston Villa, where he has impressed in both the Premier League and the Champions League, Rashford is eager to join a club that can offer him consistent Champions League football. Villa have the option to make his loan permanent, but they are not assured of Champions League participation next season. Although City have not made a formal offer, the prospect of Rashford moving to Pep Guardiola's team has been speculated, however, it appears unlikely given City's sufficient depth in wide attacking positions. Rashford reportedly favors a move to Barcelona, even if it means taking a pay cut, although he has also been associated with Tottenham, despite being unconvinced about joining them.