AC Milan has decided not to recruit Marcus Rashford after negotiating with the representative of the Manchester United striker.
Instead, the Rossoneri are prioritizing a move for Manchester City defender Kyle Walker. Rashford's representative was present in Milan this week for negotiations. In particular, Zlatan Ibrahimovic also really wants to bring the English striker to San Siro.
However, Rashford's £350,000/week salary has always been a big problem. And things have become more complicated this week as Noah Okafor's transfer from Milan to RB Leipzig has failed due to injury.
There are also opinions that Milan is only Rashford's second choice this month, with moving to Barcelona as a top priority. However, whether that is feasible or not considering the financial situation of the Catalan giants is another problem.
Man United has given Rashford a green light to find a new destination after the player expressed his desire to leave last month. Another Serie A team, Napoli, is chasing Alejandro Garnacho. However, their £40 million offer was rejected.
With Milan giving up the move to chase Rashford, veteran defender Walker of Man City will have the opportunity to move to San Siro. Milan's board has decided to promote the 34-year-old's recruitment.
Coach Pep Guardiola revealed that the English right-back wants to leave the Etihad this month. And with Walker wanting to move abroad, Milan is said to be in the most favorable position to sign the English star.
According to British media, Milan and Walker have agreed on personal terms. The Italian club hopes that The Citizens will not demand a transfer fee and allow Walker to leave on a free basis.
Returning to the story of Rashford's future, the English striker will find it difficult to find his place at Old Trafford if he does not leave. Coach Ruben Amorim wants to build a team based on discipline and unity.
Therefore, removing Rashford from the squad is not only a message for this player, but also a reminder to the whole team that no one is allowed to be complacent or rely on fame.
Rashford was once the number 1 hope of the "Red Devils" but gradually declined over time. With his current sky-high salary, it is also very difficult for this player to find a new destination.
