Marcus Rashford, a name synonymous with Manchester United for years, could be on his way out as the club undergoes a bold transformation.

Reports (via The Guardian) suggest that the 27-year-old forward is being pushed toward a January exit as part of a “cultural reboot” under new manager Ruben Amorim and co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Rashford was notably absent from the squad in United’s recent 2-1 derby victory over Manchester City.

Amorim explained the omission by emphasizing the importance of discipline and high standards, both on and off the pitch.

“The way you train, eat, and interact with teammates all matter,” Amorim said.

This statement seems to underline the new direction United is taking, leaving no room for complacency.

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the INEOS group have made it clear: there will be “no passengers” in this latest attempt to rebuild the club.

Rashford, despite scoring seven goals this season, is deemed to fall short of the standards the new regime demands.

Reports indicate that Amorim supports this decision, seeing it as a necessary step to foster a more ambitious and disciplined culture at Old Trafford.

Since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure in 2013, the club has been criticized for allowing players to stagnate, with a lack of accountability leading to inconsistent performances.

The new ownership aims to change that narrative by giving Amorim the authority to enforce stricter policies and higher expectations.

However, finding a suitor for Rashford might not be straightforward.

With a hefty £365,000-a-week salary, only a few clubs could realistically afford to take on the England international in January.