Rashford Unlikely to Play for Man Utd Under Amorim Again but Will Take Time Over Future Marcus Rashford believes a return to Manchester United under current manager Rúben Amorim is highly unlikely, although he is in no rush to make a final decision about his long-term future. The 27-year-old forward, who joined Aston Villa on loan in February, scored his fourth goal for the club during their recent 2-1 defeat to Manchester City. His loan spell at Villa Park runs until the end of the season, but he remains under contract at United until 2028. Despite that, those close to Rashford say there is little expectation of him reintegrating into the United setup. Amorim exiled Rashford from first-team involvement in December, and aside from an unused substitute appearance against Newcastle on December 30, he has not been included in a matchday squad since. Speaking after Rashford’s move to Villa, Amorim explained: “I couldn’t get Marcus to understand the way I believe football should be played or the level of training intensity I expect.” United now face a decision: whether to sell Rashford permanently or arrange another loan deal. With Amorim looking to reshape the squad to match his tactical philosophy—and with financial constraints in play—clarity around the future of one of the club’s top earners would be welcome. Yet, resolution appears some way off. Rashford is not expected to enter discussions about his future until mid-June, and sources insist he has ruled out any move to London. Ideally, he would prefer a club playing Champions League football. While recent reports have linked him to a potential swap deal involving Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze, Rashford is said to have no interest in being involved in any such arrangement. The forward’s form at Villa has helped rebuild his reputation. While four goals in 17 appearances may not be prolific, he has also contributed six assists and had a major influence on Villa’s attacking play. His performances have earned him a recall to the England squad and kept Ollie Watkins, a fellow international, on the bench. Villa manager Unai Emery has been cautious when discussing Rashford’s long-term future but praised his impact: “I’m very happy with him. He’s adapted quickly and his commitment to our process is vital—both for the team and for himself. Hopefully, he can keep delivering, starting with Saturday.” Rashford is expected to feature in Villa’s FA Cup semi-final against Crystal Palace and remains key in their push for a Champions League place. His revival contrasts starkly with Manchester United’s continued struggles—and it may increase the number of clubs interested in securing his services this summer. Despite his high wages, United helped cover part of his salary to complete the Villa loan, and there’s a growing belief in Rashford’s camp that he will attract significant interest when the transfer window opens. Still, the player is keen to assess all his options carefully before making his next move.