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Manchester United have identified Brighton and Hove Albion’s Evan Ferguson as Marcus Rashford’s ideal replacement.
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Manchester United are reportedly looking to part ways with their star forward Marcus Rashford. The 27-year-old Englishman has failed to put up consistent performances for the Red Devils in the last few years. He has majorly gone off the boil recently, leading the club to search for suitable replacements. Manchester United have now identified Brighton and Hove Albion’s Evan Ferguson as Rashford’s ideal replacement at Old Trafford. In a report, Fichajes claimed that the club is looking for solutions to revitalise its attackandFerguson’sname has emerged as a ‘priority’ in the club’s plans. With Rashford on the list of Ruben Amorim’s discards, Ferguson, the Brighton attacker, has become a prominent target for Manchester United.
Evan Ferguson’s potential and versatility have led to the young Irish striker attracting the attention of several top clubs in Europe. Despite not getting to play enough minutes at Brighton, Ferguson established himself as a top talent in the Premier League. He scored six goals in 19 Premier League games in the 2022-23 season after graduating through Brighton’sacademy. His form recently suffered a blow due to injury concerns which led to him moving down in the pecking order.
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While Evan Ferguson didn’t get enough opportunities to prove his mettle in the ongoing campaign, he can certainly pose a threat in the opponent’s box. His abilities and skillfulness make him an attractive attacking option for Ruben Amorim’s project. While Ferguson has a bright prospect, finalizing his transfer will be a major challenge for Manchester United. Brighton estimates their player’s value near £60 million which can prove a bit expensive for the Red Devils.
As for Marcus Rashford, football media outlet Caught Offside recently suggested in an exclusive report that Manchester United are now looking to move on from the young star. They will be looking to rebuild the team with the funds acquired from his sale. They could be offloading him in January if they find a suitable offer. Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly interested in bringing the Englishman to the French capital. Rashford’s current contract expires in 2028. Manchester United will demand around €60 to €70 million for the 27-year-old attacker.
Marcus Rashford came through the Manchester United academy. He has featured in 426 games for the club while scoring 138 times and providing 68 assists. Since the beginning of the previous season, Rashford’s form has declined massively. He has scored just seven goals and racked up three assists in 24 games across all competitions this season. In no time, we might see the young star pursue his career elsewhere.
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December 14, 2024, 16:03 IST
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