Crunch time for Marcus Rashford! Struggling Man Utd star set for showdown talks with Sir Jim Ratcliffe amid transfer links

The potential shake-up in the United squad for next season has led to considerations of selling Rashford. INEOS believes that there are only three players in the squad who could be guaranteed a place and Rashford is not one of them. Moreover, with Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations dictating that 100 per cent of the profit from trading homegrown players contributes to compliance, the struggling forward's departure makes even more sense for the board.

According to The Sun, Ratcliffe remains keen to understand the underlying issues contributing to Rashford's recent struggles and aims to address any concerns that might have been plaguing the player - including resolving a potential conflict with manager Erik ten Hag. Expected to lead the discussions is Sir Dave Brailsford, Ratcliffe's trusted associate, who will meet with Rashford and his representatives to thrash out a solution and decide on his future.

Rashford's strained relationship with manager Ten Hag has been primarily attributed to off-the-pitch issues, particularly his reported disregard for warnings regarding his conduct. He was spotted partying after a 3-0 derby defeat to Manchester City last October and a few months later he missed training after falling sick following a boozy night in Belfast in January - which has exacerbated tensions between the player and the coaching staff.

Despite interest from PSG, Rashford remains steadfast in his desire to stay at United and prove his worth in the remaining matches of the season. All eyes will be on him as he strives to overcome the challenges and end the campaign on a high note, starting with a clash against Crystal Palace on Monday evening. Moreover, the upcoming FA Cup final against Manchester City presents a crucial opportunity for the striker to showcase his abilities and secure his place in Gareth Southgate's plans for Euro 2024.