Former Manchester United assistant manager Rene Meulensteen has warned the club against selling Marcus Rashford, comparing a potential exit to the regrets of offloading Scott McTominay and highlighting the risk of strengthening a Premier League rival.
In a chat with Andy’s Bet Club, Meulensteen warned that allowing Rashford to join a direct Premier League competitor such as Arsenal, Chelsea, or Tottenham Hotspur could have negative consequences for United.
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“Would selling Rashford be a repeat of selling Scott McTominay? I don’t think people see McTominay the same way. He moved because the club wanted to sell, and he has done brilliantly since.
“People might wonder if United sold him too early, but selling Rashford to a direct competitor like Arsenal or Chelsea could really hurt you.
“He is still a player who can make a difference. Ideally, if United sell him, they should sell him abroad.
“Carrick is the type of person who recognizes Marcus’s qualities. They need an open conversation so Marcus understands what is required. Carrick won’t want to bring someone back if it creates another problem. If the clarity is there, he would be happy to bring him back into the fold.”
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While a departure has been heavily discussed, United remain hesitant to sell to domestic rivals, leaving the academy graduate’s future at Old Trafford open for potential re-engagement ahead of the new season.
Rashford bagged 14 goals and 14 assists in 49 appearances for Barcelona last season, grabbing a goal contribution every 1.75 matches, making it one of the most productive campaigns of his senior career.
