Rashford breaks social media silence with telling update as Man Utd departure nears

Marcus Rashford has stirred speculation about his Manchester United future by posting a cryptic video on social media.

The 27-year-old forward appears on the brink of leaving Old Trafford, with developments expected soon as a crucial meeting between his representatives and the club looms.

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Rashford’s brother and agent, Dwaine Maynard, is set to meet with United officials on Wednesday to outline his preferred next destination.

AC Milan reportedly lead the race for his signature and are prioritizing the deal over a potential move for Manchester City’s Kyle Walker.

Rashford’s silence following United’s dramatic FA Cup third-round win over Arsenal at the Emirates drew criticism from fans.

Manager Ruben Amorim excluded Rashford from the matchday squad for the sixth time in seven games, citing illness as the reason for his absence.

His only inclusion in that period was as an unused substitute in the 2-0 loss to Newcastle United in December.

The England international has not played since being substituted in United’s 2-1 victory over Viktoria Plzen on December 12, with the team trailing at the time.

On Tuesday, Rashford broke his social media silence, sharing a video on Instagram of a hooded figure—seemingly himself—working out on an exercise bike.

The figure's distinctive leg tattoos matched Rashford’s, and the clip hinted that the forward has been staying fit behind the scenes.

The video drew mixed reactions, with some fans questioning the intensity of the workout and comparing it to their concerns about his perceived lack of effort on the pitch this season.

Despite a challenging campaign, Rashford remains one of United’s top scorers.

He has netted seven goals across all competitions, second only to Alejandro Garnacho’s eight, and leads the team with four Premier League goals.

However, those figures fall short of his career-best 30-goal haul in the 2022/23 season, and he managed just eight goals last term.

AC Milan has emerged as the frontrunner for Rashford’s signature, with San Siro widely tipped to be his next destination before the January transfer window closes.

Barcelona, Monaco, Borussia Dortmund, Como, Tottenham, and West Ham United have also shown interest, while a move to Saudi Arabia remains an option. However, Rashford reportedly prefers to remain in one of Europe’s top leagues.

A move to a top European club could help Rashford regain his place in the England squad under Thomas Tuchel ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

For now, fans await clarity on his future, as the meeting with United’s hierarchy could mark a turning point in Rashford’s career.