Manchester United are reportedly looking to block Marcus Rashford from joining a Premier League rival. The forward is said to be desperate to leave Old Trafford this month and reports suggest that his entourage met with Red Devils bosses today to discuss his future.

Manchester United’s power brokers will not sanction a move to their Premier League rivals for Marcus Rashford. The 27-year-old has already admitted he is ready for “a new challenge.” This has led to significant interest in Rashford within England and abroad.

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Ruben Amorim would not be drawn on Marcus Rashford’s future despite reports suggesting Manchester United have held talks with the forward’s representatives today.

Ruben Amorim refused to discuss reports linking Marcus Rashford with a move to Barcelona. The England forward has confirmed he is looking for a fresh challenge after falling out of favour under the United boss.

Ruben Amorim refused to be drawn on the continued uncertainty surrounding Marcus Rashford ahead of Manchester United’s clash with Southampton in the Premier League. It is now over a month since Rashford last played for United in their away win over Viktoria Plzen and he was absent from their squad against Arsenal in the FA Cup last weekend.