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In sharp contrast to the best individual campaign of his career during 2022-23, the England international has failed to make a sustained impact this season.

Just eight goals and five assists have come from 40 appearances in all competitions, a large chunk of his outings coming from either flank.

Last week, head coach Erik ten Hag publicly supported the long-serving attacker, saying that he deserves the support of the fans in a bid to get him back to his best form.

However, a report emerged on Monday which claimed that the new Red Devils transfer hierarchy are open minded to offers for the majority of the first-team squad.

Whether Rashford could leave Old Trafford remains to be seen. The report in questions suggests that it would take a substantial offer for United to consider a sale, while any interested clubs would need to be prepared to meet his wage demands.

That said, United recognise that cashing in on a homegrown player would significantly bolster their position with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability regulations at a time when they will miss out on Champions League football.

According to Fichajes, United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe — also in control of footballing operations — has identified three possible alternatives to Rashford ahead of the summer.

Such are the level of the trio in question and United's current PSR position that it would take the sale of Rashford or another top star to facilitate their arrival.

The report suggests that United are taking an interest in Raphinha's situation at Barcelona, the

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