Manchester United are preparing for a major summer overhaul, with Marcus Rashford’s exit likely and Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres emerging as the club’s prime attacking target.
As Rashford nears a Barcelona move, United aim to fund Gyokeres’ €80 million fee through player sales, signaling a bold new era under manager Rúben Amorim’s tactical vision.
Manchester United are bracing for one of their most pivotal summer transfer windows in recent history, one that could define the success or failure of Rúben Amorim’s reign. At the center of it all is a major shake-up in the attacking department, with Marcus Rashford’s future hanging in the balance and Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres emerging as a top target.
United kicked off their summer with the signing of Matheus Cunha, a clear statement of intent. But the real talking point has been the club’s openness to offers for virtually any player on the roster. According to the Manchester Evening News, the Reds are willing to listen to bids for most squad members, signaling a ruthless new era at Old Trafford.
One name generating particular buzz is Marcus Rashford. Once the face of United’s academy and a fan favorite, Rashford’s relationship with the club appears to be near its end. Spanish outlet Marca reports that the 26-year-old could be on his way to Barcelona, even if it means taking a significant pay cut to fit the Catalan club’s strict wage structure.
The MEN understands that United are prepared to wait until the final days of the transfer window to get the deal done, holding out for the best possible terms. Internally, sources claim Rashford is unlikely to feature again under Amorim, making a summer departure more of a certainty than a possibility.
Football writer Isaac Seelochan commented, “Selling Rashford abroad, especially to a club United is unlikely to face in Europe anytime soon, would be a smart move. It feels like a win-win for both the player and the club.”
As Rashford’s potential exit gains momentum, attention shifts to Viktor Gyokeres, the powerful Swedish striker currently lighting up the Portuguese league with Sporting CP. Gyokeres is seen as the perfect fit for Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 formation: strong, clinical, and tactically disciplined.
In a recent interview with Vogue, Gyokeres expressed his deep comfort in Lisbon: “Lisbon is one of the best cities in Europe. I feel at home here.” He praised the city’s culture and social life, contrasting it with his upbringing in Sweden.
Yet, for United, the big challenge is financial. Sporting are reportedly demanding €80 million (£67m) for the 26-year-old striker. And while Gyokeres may be open to a new challenge, that price tag remains a major hurdle.
The solution? United are banking on the sale of Rashford, Jadon Sancho, and Antony to raise the necessary funds. Though risky, such a clear-out could not only fund Gyokeres’ arrival but also reset the club’s attacking dynamics.
With the summer window just beginning, United’s aggressive posture suggests they’re done playing catch-up. A front line led by Gyokeres could mark a bold new chapter, one that leaves behind the Rashford era and ushers in a striker built for Amorim’s vision.
