The most chaotic transfer saga of the year? Many will name Marcus Rashford the winner. Barcelona were happy with the United star, but not enough to pay €30 million and meet his wage demands. Now Rashford is back at Manchester United, but not really in Carrick’s plan. It is possible to return to the United squad, if there is no sale, but during the month again before the end of the season, everything is uncertain. Now it is reported that Rashford could end up in a swap.
Manu Koné is now high on Manchester United’s wish list, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport , there is talk of a potential swap. Koné to United, Rashford the other way.
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Sounds simple and neat, but of course it’s not. Roma are in financial straits and must sell Koné by July 31 to meet financial fair play rules, Rashford’s salary level does not fit into the budget of the financially squeezed club.
The Italian media claims United can take part of the salary, but Rashford is unlikely to be keen on playing for “little” Roma anyway.
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Transfer journalist Romano reports that there is still no direct contact between Manchester United and Roma about Koné. Doesn’t sound very realistic with a swap with Rashford in the pot
