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      Michael Owen the ‘only person in football who saw this coming’ as incredible Premier League prediction resurfaces

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      MICHAEL OWEN’S bold Premier League top-four prediction resurfaced and has led to immense praise for the England legend.Owen, 45, left football fans stunned in August when he claimed reigning Premier League champions Manchester City would finish FOURTH after winning a record four titles in a row.Michael Owen predicted Manchester City would finish fourthCredit: GettyOwen’s bold prediction has resurfaced and led to immense praiseCredit: GettyThe ex-Liverpool and Manchester United star even suggested that City could struggle to make the top four, especially if they endure a rough start to the campaign.Owen told Casino Hawks last summer: “Arsenal and Manchester City will go in virtually everybody’s top-four predictions and I think Liverpool will probably be in there as well despite there being some questions over how well Arne Slot will fit in.”I had a thought about Newcastle but Aston Villa are solid and look to be still improving.”In terms of the order, my thought process is if City are not gonna win it, they could actually drop away a little bit.Read More on Football”It’s almost like if City are not gonna be really in the race after 10 games then their priority could go elsewhere – I think there could be a big surprise this season.”I’m going to go for Arsenal first, Liverpool second, Aston Villa third and Manchester City fourth.”After Owen’s prediction City experienced a shocking collapse that saw them dropping to seventh place in the table and losing a staggering nine out of their last 12 matches across all competitions.And fans took to social media to resurface the legendary striker’s bold prediction, that would see Man City manager Pep Guardiola enduring his worst ever finish if it comes true.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOwen caught wind and tweeted: “Glad you noticed.”And fans stormed Twitter to praise the pundit’s brave call at a time when many continued to back the Citizens for a fifth straight Premier League title before their unbelievable breakdown.Pep Guardiola looks battered and bruised in interview after Feyenoord draw as fans ask ‘what’s happened in dressing room?’ One fan tweeted: “He’s probably the only person in football that saw this coming.”Another commented: “He got slated for this, but fair play. He saw their struggles before a lot of us.”A third wrote: “The king is back.”This fan said: “Best pundit in town.”And that one stated: “You saw it coming bro.”Manchester City have endured an unbelievable collapse after four straight titlesCredit: Getty More

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      Ruben Amorim refuses to confirm Marcus Rashford return date as Gary Neville gives damning verdict on ‘inevitable ending’

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      RUBEN AMORIM will not offer a return date for Marcus Rashford, as United legend Gary Neville insists the England star may have played his last game for the club.For a third time in eight days, Rashford was left out of Amorim’s match day squad for the catastrophic 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth.Marcus Rashford’s return to Man Utd’s first team is still unclearCredit: GettyRuben Amorim let him out of the 3-0 defeat to BournemouthCredit: GettyHe was in attendance at Old Trafford on Sunday, in a club tracksuit, but has yet to be re-integrated into the squad – unlike Alejandro Garnacho who was, like Rashford was axed for last weekend’s Manchester derby win but has come on as a sub in the last two games.And former United skipper Neville believes the Rashford situation is in danger of becoming a distraction for Amorim and the club.He said: “It is not really big team news any more.“It is something of a norm, a pattern has developed over the last week. It was a surprise last weekend.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It is getting to the point where you leave him out three games on the bounce something really is obviously going wrong or has gone wrong.“And it is not looking great for both Marcus’ future at the club or Manchester United keeping him either.”I suspect it is getting to that point in the journey where it has got an inevitable ending.”It is a distraction for the manager. It does become obvious that he probably has to leave and that the club want him to leave – it will probably work for both parties.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWith the January window barely a week away, that prospect may come into focus in the coming days, with Neville citing recent examples of players who have benefitted from a move away.He said: “There are good examples as well of players who have struggled at United.Old Trafford starts LEAKING midway through Ruben Amorim’s Man Utd press conference as fans say ‘perfect metaphor’Gary Neville reckons the signs are clear that Rashford will goCredit: AFP“Jadon Sancho has gone to Chelsea and is doing better, Scott McTominay wasn’t struggling but he left to go to Napoli and he is doing well, so Marcus might think it is the right thing for him as well.”Amorim, meanwhile, still insists there is no disciplinary aspect to the decision to again leave him out – and simply cites the reason as a “selection” matter.Amorim said: “It’s my decision and it always will be.“It is selection. I want to see the best of my players and I try different things with different players. That’s my focus.”Amorim insists he has not ruled Rashford out of the Boxing Day visit to Wolves but did not offer any clarity.He said: “It depends. We will see.” More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea ‘locked in transfer battle with European giants’ for former Man City star Leroy Sane

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea are keeping tabs on Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane.Sane, 28, enjoyed four successful years at Manchester City, where he won two Premier League titles and the FA Cup, but returned to Germany in 2020.Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham are eyeing Bayern Munich star Leroy SaneCredit: GettySane is also being targeted by Barcelona ahead of the January transfer windowCredit: RexHowever, the winger’s contract runs out in June and there has been no breakthrough in negotiations with the German giants so far.According to Sport, the standstill between the Germany international and the Munich outfit has led to intense interest from some of Europe’s elite clubs.Among them are United, Chelsea as well as Tottenham ahead of the January transfer window.However, the Premier League trio could face competition from Barcelona, who are very interested in Sane.Read More on FootballBarca need more quality down the wings especially after losing Lamine Yamal to injury.That has led to reports suggesting the Blaugrana are keeping tabs on Napoli’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, AC Milan’s Rafael Leao and Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams.However, Barcelona’s financial woes are pushing them towards more affordable cases, such as Sane who could become a free agent in the summer.However, the German prefers to stay in the Bundesliga despite the complicated contract talks with his current club.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBayern would prefer to agree on a new deal with a lower salary, especially considering the options down the wing with Jamal Musiala, Serge Gnabry, Michael Olise and Kingsley Coman available.Sane has scored just five goals and bagged one assist in 19 appearances this season.Leroy Sane shoves Marc Cucurella in Euros clashIn his career at Bayern, he has 53 goals and 51 assists in 194 matches.Sane was once highly thought-of at Man CityCredit: EPA More

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      Man Utd break two more unwanted club records in dismal defeat at home to Bournemouth

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      MANCHESTER UNITED broke two unwanted club records following their miserable thrashing at home to Bournemouth to add to their woeful season.United lost 3-0 to the Cherries at Old Trafford to plummet to 13th place in the Premier League table after goals by Dean Huijsen, Justin Kluivert and Antoine Semenyo.Manchester United have broken two unwanted records after losing to BournemouthCredit: GettyMan Utd suffered a heavy defeat to Bournemouth at Old TraffordCredit: PAThis marked Man Utd’s heaviest defeat under new manager Ruben Amorim, who took over after the once title favourites endured their worst ever Prem start.And now two more negative records occurred to pile up on the Red Devils’ troubles.The Manchester giants have found themselves in the bottom half of the Premier League table at Christmas for the first time in their history.And excluding penalties, United have conceded 17 goals from set-pieces in the English top flight this year.Read More on Man UtdThat is their most in a single calendar year in the Premier League.Amorim addressed his team’s weakness while defendiong set-pieces during his post-match interview.The Portuguese tactician told Sky Sports: “It’s hard. In this context, it’s hard to push for two or three wins. We’re trying. But this game was hard on us.”Without any situation we suffered again at set-pieces. We were a little bit nervous, the stadium.Most read in Football”We controlled the rest of the first half with some clear chances, and then in the second with the penalty and then another goal is really hard on everyone here.”In this kind of moment, every thing is hard on us. The set-pieces, the penalty, then we want to score again but we are too nervous. We have to fight this.Roy Keane opens up on fight with Man Utd team-mate that was ‘brewing for years’ and admits he left him with black eye”We tried to score but in the end, it was a tough match in a tough situation. We need to move on.”Man Utd ratings vs Bournemouth as Malacia is hooked after horror first halfRUBEN AMORIM suffered his worst defeat of his short reign as Man Utd boss with a shocking 3-0 loss to Bournemouth at Old Trafford.And his flops were easily second best all over the park to Andoni Iraola’s Cherries. SunSport’s Ian Whittell has provided his ratings of the Man United squad…Andre Onana – 5Shaky on ball and his nervousness in holding it too long was transmitted to United supporters.Bad conditions for a keeper but there were also some uncertain moments when he needed two attempts to grasp on to long shots.Noussair Mazraoui – 4Complained bitterly about the penalty he gave away but it was hard to make a case in his defence.Caught out, then panicked and tripped Justin Kluivert from behind to cap what was already an uninspiring display.Harry Maguire – 4All too often was second to the ball or simply failed to get hold of his man, with Evanilson too elusive for the United defender to shackle.Ruben Amorim believes Maguire is perfect for his three-at-the-back formation but the jury is still out on that one.Lisandro Martinez – 5Stood watching as Semenyo swept in Bournemouth’s third goal, the latest in a long line of defensive embarrassments from United.Seems to be struggling, like most of his defensive team mates, with the new system and incapable of doing even the basics.Diogo Dalot – 6Made a couple of good blocks and tried to become involved in attacking moments from wing-back, without having a huge impact.On a day when United’s defence was again found wanting, however, he was not the worst culprit.Manuel UgarteBooked for a cynical foul on Kluivert and too often struggled to cope with Bournemouth runners.Too much of the game passed him by and did not last even the hour as United chased the game.Kobbie Mainoo 6Like most of his team, guilty of some unforced errors but there was no faulting his work rate or drive.Created a great chance when he hounded Dean Huijsen off the ball and set up Bruno Fernandes but gave up the ball for Bournemouth’s third.Tyrell Malacia 3Terrible touch early on drew groans from the home fans, the first of a number of sloppy moments from the fit-again full-back.Predictable that he should give away the free-kick from which the visitors opened the scoring and hooked at half-time.Amad Diallo 7The big winner from the Rashford controversy and could have lit up Old Trafford early on but placed a good chance straight at the keeper.Not a performance on a par with his derby exploits but still looked United’s best hope of carving out a goal.Bruno Fernandes 8Playing higher, and wider, up the field these days and maybe there is a debate over whether that is the best use of his undoubted talents.But in the last five minutes of the first half alone, he had three good chances which might have brought an equaliser.Joshua Zirkzee 5Given the nod ahead of Rasmus Hojlund, a reward for some decent recent performances under his new manager but this was not one of them.Was the closest Red to Dean Huijsen as he headed Bournemouth in front though United’s defending was such a mess, it was not clear whether he was Zirkzee’s responsibility.SubstitutesLeny Yoro (for Malacia, 46) 4Came on as part of a much-needed half-time defensive reshuffle by Amorim but failed to add stability.Alejandro Garnacho (for Ugarte, 54) 5Had a chance when clean through just after Bournemouth’s third but hit it straight at Kepa.Rasmus Hojlund (for Zirkzee, 54) 6Looked like he might have a goal in him and at least forced Kepa into one good stop.Substitutes (not used): Altay Bayindir, Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, Jonny Evans, Antony. 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      Man Utd revive Illan Meslier transfer interest and want Leeds keeper to battle Andre Onana for No1 spot

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are tracking goalkeepers to keep Andre Onana on his toes.The Red Devils are keen to get a second stopper in through the door to push their current No.1. Manchester United are tracking Leeds United’s Illan MeslierCredit: ReutersKeeper scout Tony Coton still likes Leeds keeper Illan Meslier, who was a target two years ago but lost form when they were relegated.Coton has been a regular at his games and the 24-year-old French ace is seen as one for the future.Meslier was a top prospect when he burst onto the scene with Leeds and has already made over 240 professional appearances.While the 6ft 5in presence has also represented France at youth level.READ MORE ON MAN UTDMeslier has made 22 Championship appearances this season, keeping 12 clean sheets – the league’s second best tally.Man Utd are also looking at Botafogo’s John, 28.Their search has picked after second-string stopper Altay Bayindir had a tough game at Spurs in midweek.The club want to wait until the summer to sign a new keeper but may move next month if Turk Bayındır attracts interest.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBayindir only arrived this summer in a £4.3m deal from Fenerbahce.But the 26-year-old has struggled for game time since the move, only managing game time in the Carabao Cup where he has conceded six goals in three game – including four against Spurs in the week.Roy Keane opens up on fight with Man Utd team-mate that was ‘brewing for years’ and admits he left him with black eyeBotafogo keeper John has also attracted Interest from UnitedCredit: RexAltay Bayindir has failed to impress since arriving at Man Utd this summerCredit: Alamy More

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      Man Utd facing Harry Maguire dilemma as three European giants able to agree free transfer within days

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      MANCHESTER UNITED face a dilemma in the negotiations over Harry Maguire’s future.The England defender is free to sign a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs from January 1 – and THREE European giants are interested.Harry Maguire will leave Man Utd a free agent if the club don’t trigger his extensionCredit: PAMaguire’s current terms expire at the end of the season, but United have the option to trigger an extra year to 2026. But should Maguire agree to move to a team abroad next month, that might remove United’s clause.The matter would become complicated legally if the 31-year-old centre-back wants to push through a free transfer.Should United try to activate Maguire’s extension after he has agreed with another team then Fifa could step in to resolve, according to The Athletic. READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAnd three European giants are keeping tabs on United’s most expensive ever defender.Napoli are eyeing up a free transfer for Maguire, reports The Athletic.Napoli boss Antonio Conte will have seen Maguire up close for a number of years in the Prem and is weighing up bringing him to Serie A.Conte has been hugely impressed with Scott McTominay, who decided to swap Manchester for Naples in the summer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFenerbahce, managed by Jose Mourinho — who was a big fan of Maguire when managing United — have a history of signing from the Prem.Fred and Sofyan Ambrabat are in their squad. OLD TRAFFORD STADIUM VT YOUTUBE masterFellow Turkish outfit Galatasaray are keeping track of Maguire’s situation too.In England, Ruud van Nistelrooy admired Maguire during their time together at United, and Leicester City offer an emotional pull for him.Maguire spent two years at the King Power Stadium before moving to United for £80million in 2019.That price tag has often made life tough for Maguire at Old Trafford.But after suffering a dip of form he is enjoying a good season when featuring, particularly at Villa Park and against Manchester City.Maguire was solid at the back against Man City last SundayCredit: GettyAfter pocketing Erling Haaland during United’s 2-1 win over rivals City, Maguire said: “All the signs are positive at the moment.”And the chat that I’m having is really positive. I’ve still got this year to go with an option in their hands.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I was injured when Ruben Amorim first joined, so they’re looking after my minutes – I haven’t been able to play back-to-back games yet. “Hopefully, with 90 minutes under my belt for the first time in two, three months I can play consecutive matches.”Maguire travelled with his teammates but didn’t featureCredit: GettyMan Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s best performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez’ pass, he then clipped the ball past Ederson and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on in a deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zirkzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game. 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      Mason Mount posts heartbreaking statement with Man Utd star set to miss ‘several weeks’ with another injury

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      MASON MOUNT has admitted he is beyond devastated after yet another injury blow ruled the Man Utd star out for an indefinite period.The former Chelsea ace was forced off during the first half of last weekend’s Manchester derby, and appeared visibly emotional as he left the field.Mason Mount goes down in the first half of Sunday’s clash with Man CityCredit: AlamyA visibly emotional Mason Mount leaves the field in the Manchester derbyCredit: PAIn a statement released on Friday evening, he said: “Words can’t portray how devastated I’m feeling right now, you could probably see the look on my face when it happened. I knew what it meant.”United fans, you may not know me too well yet, but one thing I can guarantee, I will never give up or lose faith.”I’ve said this before, but I will continue to give everything, get through this tough period and won’t stop until that’s achieved.”Mount’s statement comes just hours after Ruben Amorim confirmed he would miss the festive period as a result of the injury.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIn his pre-match press conference, Amorim admitted Mount would be out for “several weeks”.He said: “I don’t know the exact date, but it’s going to be for long. And that’s it, it’s part of football and you continue.”Expanding on the Red Devils’ injury woes, Amorim said he will not delve further into the ongoing issues.He added: “That is not my department.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”What I can do is to help Mase, to teach him how to play our game when he’s recovering.”To try to use that time for him to think about different things. I think the worst part is that we don’t have time to train like we should do, when you are recovering from a lot of injuries.”Mount’s former Chelsea team-mate Reece James sent him a classy message of support, writing: “Not many people understand what you’re going through, but I have lived disappointment after disappointment after disappointment.”It’s real tough and lonely man! Speedy recovery and stay strong brother! I have 0 doubts you’ll be back to your best.”Man Utd player ratings vs Tottenham in the Carabao CupMarcus Rashford is set to miss this weekend’s visit of BournemouthCredit: GettyMarcus Rashford’s exile looks set to continue this weekend when Bournemouth travel to Old Trafford.Luke Shaw is also set to miss out, with Matthijs de Ligt a slight doubt too having missed the midweek defeat to Tottenham with illness. More

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      Man Utd considering LOAN deal for Marcus Rashford in January to avoid situation turning toxic

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are considering sanctioning a loan deal in January for Marcus Rashford as the toxic fallout of his recent comments grow.Insiders at Old Trafford fear the situation is fast becoming untenable and that the only solution may be to get the England striker “out of the picture” for a while.Man Utd are considering sanctioning a loan deal in January for Marcus RashfordCredit: EPAManchester United fans and a Marcus Rashford banner v Tottenham HotspurCredit: TNT SportUnited would not loan Rashford to a Premier League rival – ruling out any chance of a switch to Arsenal or Chelsea, who have both reportedly been interested in strikers to boost their firepower.But several clubs in Spain, France and Germany are monitoring the situation and could be interested in giving Rashford an escape-route from his Utd hell.SunSport understands the last 48 hours have caused a huge amount of unrest inside the club.New manager Ruben Amorim spent most of his pre-match press conference against Spurs dealing with questions on Rashford.READ MORE IN footballHe was then pressed on it again after the game, and is likely to be asked in the build up to United’s next game against Bournemouth on Sunday.Amorim said: “We are better with Marcus Rashford, that is simple, and we will try different things to push Marcus to the best levels he showed in the past.”This kind of club needs big talent and he’s a big talent, so he just needs to perform at the highest level and that is my focus. I just want to help Marcus.”Nothing has changed. We believe in Marcus. Marcus is a player of Manchester United, so there’s no change.” Most read in FootballWhy Rashford joining Arsenal is perfect fitBy Martin LiptonMARCUS RASHFORD is at a crossroads.But now the England star has to make the biggest choice he has ever faced – does he care about cash, or about his career?Rashford’s shock admission that he is “ready for a new challenge” after some two decades under the Manchester United umbrella has altered the dynamic around his future.That Rashford might not fit the blueprint of Ruben Amorim – who has now responded to Rashford’s comments – was not exactly a surprise.The Portuguese coach prefers a 3-4-3 formation but appears to have settled on Rasmus Hojlund as his starting central striker and wants two “narrow” inside forwards, with the width coming from the wing-backs.Rashford has always wanted to play through the middle but is often at his best exploiting spaces out wide – and that skillset does not necessarily suit the way Amorim wants to play.Even so, going public with his evident dissatisfaction at being bombed entirely from the squad for the Manchester derby was a major move, even if he vowed there would be “no hard feelings” if he does leave his boyhood club.In truth, Rashford has been leaving United almost from the moment he signed that new £325,000 per week contract in 2023.Something was broken in his connection to the club. His form dropped, his threat dissipated, his issues with the hierarchy deepened.When Erik ten Hag dropped him for hosting a birthday party after a derby defeat, and he later pulled a sickie to miss the FA Cup game with Newport, it felt even then that the writing was on the wall.The facts suggest the love affair has ended. After scoring 30 in all competitions to earn that new deal, he has scored just 15 in the 18 months since it was signed.Amorim’s arrival seems merely to have accelerated what was increasingly inevitable.Now, though, it is up to Rashford to determine what his future will bring.If it is only about the money, then his options might be somewhat limited.It is hard to see a Prem rival coughing up the same £16.9m annual salary – although Rashford’s comments have probably knocked £20m-plus off any transfer fee, even next month.But Real Madrid have their fill of big-money strikers and Barcelona’s budget remains restricted by La Liga financial controls.In Europe, then, that probably leaves PSG – but a move to a one-club league.Or, in the wider world, he could follow the likes of Ivan Toney, Cristiano Ronaldo, Roberto Firmino and Co and head to the Saudi desert.Lucrative, yep. Certainly a different environment – and that may be exactly what Rashford both wants and needs. But the football? Not in a million years.What Rashford needs, above all, is to be able to play for trophies and showcase his talents.There is no better stage than the Premier League – which has far more global eyeballs on it than any other domestic competition.And in that Premier League there is one club crying out for a goalscoring No 9, especially if he can also play down the left channel to balance out the side and widen its threat.Rashford has always been more Longsight than London.Yet Arsenal, and Mikel Arteta, might be the perfect fit.The Gunners’ lack of a proper scorer is one of the major factors many fans feel has hurt their title challenge this year.Gabriel Jesus has never been a natural finisher, while Kai Havertz is still a converted midfielder.And while the link-up between Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka makes their right flank deadly, faith in Gabriel Martinelli on the left is waning.There have not been too many who succeeded at Arsenal after leaving United – although Danny Welbeck was not a flop.Rashford has all the attributes to change that history, if he can reproduce what everybody knows is inside him.And by breaking free, giving himself the chance to start all over, Rashford can make a point to Amorim that will resonate for a very long time.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt comes after Rashford sensationally told journalist Henry Winter: “For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps.”Although Amorim has said Rashford is a part of the squad and could have a future at the club, it’s widely accepted now that he will leave in a permanent deal at the end of the season.Ruben Amorim responds to Marcus Rashford’s Man Utd transfer bombshell about wanting ‘new challenge’ Until then a loan-move would help cool the heat around the situation, as well as giving Rashford the chance to put himself in the shop window.Rashford and his advisors know a mega-money deal will be on offer from Saudi Arabia.But the player isn’t thought to be interested in such a move as he still believes his best years are ahead of him.He’s also told pals he still believes he can force his way back into the England squad, where Thomas Tuchel will soon face the task of finding a long-term replacement for ageing skipper Harry Kane.Although a Premier League switch can’t be ruled out, those close to Rashford think he prefers the idea of a total reset by switching to a foreign club where he can look to rebuild his career.Ruben Amorim has said Rashford is a part of the squad and could have a future at the clubCredit: Getty More