Man Utd fans in total disbelief after hearing how much Arsenal are willing to pay for Marcus Rashford
Manchester United fans are divided over the rumored transfer fee for Marcus Rashford, sparking intense discussions within the fanbase. The 27-year-old forward has fallen out of favor under manager Ruben Amorim, having been excluded from matchday squads for four consecutive games against Manchester City, Tottenham, Bournemouth, and Wolves. Rashford returned as a substitute in Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat to Newcastle, but his diminished role has fueled speculation about his future. In a December 17 interview with journalist Henry Winter, Rashford expressed his desire for “a new challenge and the next steps.”
Several clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain, Al-Ittihad, and Arsenal, have reportedly shown interest in Rashford. Arsenal’s interest appears to hinge on specific conditions, such as the return of Raheem Sterling from his loan at Chelsea, which could open a spot in Mikel Arteta’s squad. However, it’s believed that Arsenal’s pursuit of Rashford wouldn’t interfere with their ongoing interest in Nico Williams or Rafael Leao.
Rashford’s contract with Manchester United runs until June 2028, and he is reportedly earning £375,000 per week, significantly more than Arsenal’s highest earner, Kai Havertz, who is on £280,000 per week. A move to Arsenal would likely require Rashford to accept a pay cut. Despite this, Arsenal is reportedly unwilling to pay £25 million for him, viewing him as a squad player rather than a key figure in Arteta’s plans.
The speculation has led to mixed reactions among United supporters. One fan dismissed the possibility, saying, “So they haven’t considered it then, have they? Because they’re never going to sell for that.” Another suggested a higher valuation, commenting, “£40-50m is good enough.” Meanwhile, some fans were more pragmatic, with one stating, “Arsenal should know that he is worth more than £25m,” while another remarked, “Honestly, at this point, I would take £25m for Rashford. It’s the best for him and the club, let’s be honest.”
