Michael Carrick’s Manchester United were at their counter-attacking best in the Manchester derby, registering a memorable 2-0 win over their noisy neighbours.
Bruno Fernandes linked up brilliantly with Bryan Mbeumo to trouble Manchester City on the transition, reminiscent of his partnership with Marcus Rashford at their finest during Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s reign.
Now, Rashford is part of Hansi Flick’s attack at Barcelona. The United academy product is currently on a season-long loan in Spain. Despite Ruben Amorim’s departure, INEOS have no plans to reintegrate the Englishman into their squad.
Barcelona launch offer for Marcus Rashford
Earlier this month, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming Barcelona recently held a meeting with Manchester United over extending Marcus Rashford‘s stay at Camp Nou.
The Blaugrana have an option to sign Rashford permanently for €30 million. However, the financially stricken club’s intention is to negotiate a lower fee for the 28-year-old.
According to Fichajes, Barcelona have made their “first official offer” for Rashford. The said bid is thought to be worth an initial €18m, which could rise to €22m.
However, United are not convinced by Barca’s proposal, as they believe the England international, who has been directly involved in 19 goals across all competitions, is worth more.
The Premier League giants want Barcelona to exercise their buy option.
Manchester United hierarchy place their trust in academy graduate
Rashford is determined to continue with the La Liga leaders, having received a vote of confidence from Flick.
Marcus Rashford stats vs Real Sociedad
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Goals | 1 |
| Expected goals (xG) | 0.59 |
| Assists | 0 |
| Expected assists (xA) | 0.11 |
| Total shots | 1 |
| Expected goals on target (xGOT) | 0.91 |
| Shots on target | 1 |
| Hit woodwork | 1 |
| Shots blocked | 0 |
| Touches | 16 |
| Unsuccessful touches | 1 |
| Dribbles (successful) | 1 (0) |
| Possession lost | 5 |
| Key passes | 1 |
| Crosses (accurate) | 2 (0) |
| Accurate passes | 9/10 (90%) |
| Passes in opposition half (accurate) | 8/8 (100%) |
| Passes in own half (accurate) | 1/2 (50%) |
| Defensive contributions | 0 |
| Tackles (won) | 0 (0) |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Clearances | 0 |
| Blocked shots | 0 |
| Ground duels (won) | 1 (0) |
| Dribbled past | 0 |
The pacey forward left his boyhood club after falling out with Amorim, who also had a tricky relationship with Kobbie Mainoo.
Mainoo, however, is not going to be allowed to depart Old Trafford anytime soon.
It is understood that the dynamic midfielder is admired by both Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sir Alex Ferguson. Michael Carrick has reportedly been urged to hand regular minutes to the youngster.
Featured image Alex Caparros via Getty Images
The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social
3 comments
He is the best forward since g/best and it would be fantastic to see him back at old Trafford
His very lazy we dont need him. Sell him to the highest bidder. If barcelona cant afford we sell him to someone else. His only raised his profile since moving so £30 million is a bargain. To take another £8 off of that is a mickey take.
They should let him leave
Comments are closed.