Synopsis
Marcus Rashford is nearing a loan move from Manchester United to Aston Villa, having agreed on personal terms and scheduled for a medical on Sunday. The deal includes options for a permanent transfer, with Villa covering a significant portion of his wages.Key Takeaways
- Marcus Rashford close to loan transfer.
- Loan agreement with Aston Villa.
- Medical scheduled for Sunday.
- Villa to cover 70% of wages.
- Permanent transfer option for 40 million pounds.
New Delhi, Feb 2 (NationPress) Marcus Rashford is on the verge of finalizing his loan transfer from Manchester United. The forward has reportedly settled on personal terms with Aston Villa and is expected to undergo his medical examination on Sunday.
Having been with Manchester United since the start of his career, Rashford has recently fallen out of favor following Ruben Amorim’s appointment at Old Trafford. He has been absent from the last 12 matches under Amorim, who has raised concerns about his lifestyle and dedication.
As per a report by the Daily Mail, the agreement with Aston Villa is set to be an initial loan lasting until the season's end. However, it will also contain an option for Villa to acquire Rashford permanently for a pre-arranged fee believed to be 40 million pounds. The striker has already accepted personal terms with Villa for the loan duration.
The England international is currently taking home approximately 350,000 pounds weekly at Old Trafford, with his contract not expiring until June 2028.
The report further mentioned that Villa will handle 70 percent of his wages, and the loan agreement will feature bonuses for advancements in European competitions and for qualifying for the Champions League next season.
The 27-year-old has not played for the Red Devils since December 1, when he netted two goals in a 4-0 victory against Everton, marking Amorim’s first league success with the club.
Although Rashford had shown interest in joining Barcelona FC, unless there are last-minute changes, he will likely be officially recognized as a Villa player before the transfer window concludes on Monday at 11 p.m. GMT.
