In a stunning transfer rumour, Liverpool are reportedly considering a swoop for out-of-favour Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, according to the Daily Mail. A potential deal would be one of the most controversial in recent history, given the intense rivalry between the two clubs.
Liverpool’s interest comes as they actively search for a new forward to replace the outgoing Darwin Núñez. Rashford is said to be on an ambitious six-man shortlist of potential targets. The list also includes high-profile names such as Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitiké, Napoli’s wantaway striker Victor Osimhen, Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, and Brentford’s Yoane Wissa.
Rashford’s situation at Manchester United is well-documented, having been exiled from the first-team squad and told to find a new club. While a move to Barcelona was his reported priority, concrete interest from Liverpool could present a new and compelling option to remain in the Premier League.
While direct transfers between the two rivals are extremely rare and often complicated, Liverpool’s consideration of Rashford adds a shocking new dimension to the summer transfer window. It remains to be seen if this interest will materialize into a formal bid.