Bayern Munich has identified Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford as a key target to reinforce their attack following the departure of Leroy Sané to Galatasaray and injuries within their squad. After unsuccessful attempts to sign other wingers such as Nico Williams and Luis Díaz, Bayern sees Rashford as a strong candidate, especially at an estimated transfer fee of around £38-40 million.

This summer, Rashford appears open to leaving Manchester United, where he has fallen out of favor under new manager Ruben Amorim. Having spent the latter part of last season on loan at Aston Villa without a purchase option triggered, Rashford is now prioritizing a move abroad. Barcelona remains his preferred destination, but financial and registration issues at the club mean a late move is uncertain, leaving Bayern as a viable alternative.

Bayern's urgency to sign a forward has increased markedly due to Jamal Musiala sustaining a severe injury, sidelining him for at least five months. The club is also dealing with the exits of Leroy Sané and Thomas Müller, deepening the need for quality attackers. Rashford’s versatility on the left wing aligns with Bayern’s immediate needs, and his availability at a reasonable price aligns with their budget constraints.

Financially, Rashford is reportedly ready to accept a pay cut to facilitate the move abroad. Bayern views him as a valuable addition, continuing their trend of acquiring and revitalizing English talents, following recent successes with players like Harry Kane and Eric Dier.

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In the 2024-25 season, Rashford’s performance included 11 goals and 9 assists in 41 appearances, statistics that compare favorably with Leroy Sané’s 13 goals and 6 assists in 48 appearances. Alongside other potential targets such as Bradley Barcola and Rafael Leao, Rashford remains a top contender to strengthen Bayern’s attacking options for the coming season.


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