Options open up as Rashford’s exit from Manchester United is imminent

For the third game in a row, Marcus Rashford was left out of the Manchester United squad as his departure was imminent.

Marcus Rashford appears to be preparing for a departure from Manchester United during the winter transfer period. For the third consecutive match, manager Rubén Amorim excluded the striker from the squad ahead of their Premier League match against Bournemouth.

Despite being fully fit and having no problems, the 27-year-old attacker does not figure in Amorim's plans. Before the match, the coach explained: “It's my decision. I want to explore the potential of other players.”

Rashford reacts furiously to the team

Rashford's recent interview with Henry Winter has further heightened tensions in the Red Devils dressing room. According to The Sun, a source close to the situation, many players are “very frustrated” by what Marcus said and the timing of his comments. “Everyone was euphoric after the win against City, but he shifted the focus to his desire to leave after only being on the bench for one game.”

Former Manchester United player and current Sky Sports analyst Gary Neville weighed in on Rashford's situation, saying it was “surprising” to see him sidelined against Manchester City last week. “But now that it's been happening for three games,” he added, “it's clear something is wrong.”

Neville said Rashford had “become a distraction” for both the team and the manager. “I think the time has come for him to leave. The end feels inevitable.”

The prospects for Rashford are challenging. While leaving Manchester United may open up more playing opportunities – crucial to regaining his place in the England national team – few clubs are likely to be able to match his current salary at United. This financial hurdle complicates his prospects for a smooth transfer.

Rashford has a salary of $390,000 per week, a figure that few teams in the world would dare to match. Clubs such as PSG and Barcelona have closely followed the attacker, but are more interested in a loan for the player than a permanent purchase.