Bad news for Marcus Rashford! AC Milan abandon bid to sign Man Utd outcast as Serie A side prioritise Kyle Walker transfer

According to L'Equipe, Serie A rules, which allow clubs to register only one British player per season, have forced the Milan giants to choose between the two high-profile English stars. While Milan had expressed significant interest in both players, recent reports suggest that Walker is now the primary target for the Italian side.

Pep Guardiola had earlier revealed that the veteran right-back had expressed a desire to leave the club in favour of a move abroad. However, Walker, whose contract with City runs until June 2026, will not be available on a free transfer, making negotiations for either a permanent move or a loan deal essential.

Rashford’s future remains uncertain following Milan's decision. Last month, the Manchester United star openly stated his readiness to seek a new challenge away from Old Trafford. Reports from The Sun indicate that Napoli manager Antonio Conte is a strong admirer of Rashford. The Italian club view the forward as a potential marquee signing to win back fans disillusioned by the sale of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint-Germain. Rashford, 27, is reportedly open to a move to Serie A and has expressed interest in joining Napoli.

The transfer speculation surrounding both players comes at a crucial time, with both United and City set for important league fixtures. Rashford’s participation in United’s clash against Brighton remains doubtful amid ongoing uncertainty about his future. Similarly, Walker is unlikely to feature in City’s match against Ipswich as his move to Italy edges closer.