Aston Villa Signs Marcus Rashford on Loan From Man Utd

Aston Villa has signed Marcus Rashford on loan from Manchester United for the rest of the season. This move gives Rashford a chance to play regularly after being left out of his team at United on December 12. Rashford has been looking for a new challenge, sparking interest from big clubs like AC Milan and Barcelona. However, his high salary of £300,000 a week was too much for these clubs.

Sky Sports reports that Villa will pay at least 75% of Rashford’s salary and could pay up to 90% if he meets certain performance goals. There is also an option for Villa to buy him for £40 million at the end of the season.

Rashford said he chose to join Villa because he likes how they play and the manager’s plans. He is eager to start playing again and wishes his old team, Manchester United, the best for the season.

This loan move comes right after Villa sold another striker, Jhon Duran, to a club in Saudi Arabia for about £64 million. Under their coach, Unai Emery, Villa is doing well and hopes to qualify for the Champions League next season. They are currently eighth in the Premier League, ahead of United, who are 13th.

Rashford has scored 138 goals in 426 games for United and has won several trophies, including the Europa League and two FA Cups. But recently, United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, has criticized Rashford’s attitude and training effort.

The loan to Villa is a chance for Rashford to start fresh and improve his reputation after a tough time at United. He was a key player for England’s national team and had his best season in 2022/23 with 30 goals. However, last season he only scored eight goals, and this season he has seven goals in 24 games.