Man Utd news: Doubts raised over two Marcus Rashford replacement options as shock target emerges

Man Utd news: Doubts raised over two Marcus Rashford replacement options as shock target emergesA top-five finish can put Manchester United in a strong position as they look for new additions to their squad over the summerCommentsSportTom Victor Senior Sports Journalist04:30, 14 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesMarcus Rashford is closing in on a permanent Barcelona move(Image: AP)With just six matches to play this season, Manchester United have their fate in their own hands when it comes to Champions League qualification. We now know five Premier League teams will get into the competition - and it could even be more.‌A strong finish would allow United to offer extra incentives to whichever player they bring in to replace Marcus Rashford. England forward Rashford is still expected to join Barcelona permanently after a season-long loan, having scored his 12th goal for the Catalan club over the weekend.‌There will also be changes in the middle of the park, with Casemiro leaving when his contract expires and Manuel Ugarte potentially also making way. United could well move for a marquee signing in the area, with England midfielders Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton among those on their radar.‌For now, though, we're focusing on the attacking spots as United prepare to add reinforcements. Here are our latest lines from around Old Trafford.FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! Latest United news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageREAD MORE: Man Utd drop biggest hint on Michael Carrick future yet as 'transfer talks emerge'READ MORE: 'I was unfairly treated at Man Utd - I had no choice but to refuse a new deal'Capello raises Leao doubtsFormer England manager Fabio Capello has spoken up about Rafael Leao when discussing the Portugal international's current side, AC Milan. Leao has been linked with United and some of their Premier League rivals in the past as a wide forward option but floundered in a central attacking role as Milan lost to Udinese over the weekend.‌...