Man Utd Boss Carrick Wants Rashford Back for Pre-Season

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick intends to reintegrate forward Marcus Rashford into the first-team squad. Rashford spent the past season on loan at Barcelona, but the Spanish club chose not to make his move permanent by declining to meet the €30 million purchase clause.

This decision leaves Rashford's future at Old Trafford uncertain. He was part of a 'bomb squad' last summer, and while suitors have reportedly emerged, no transfer has materialized as the window progresses. Carrick's desire to work with the academy product offers a potential new chapter.

Rashford is expected to participate in United's pre-season campaign, which begins today against Wrexham in Helsinki, Finland. He is currently unavailable for selection as he is completing his World Cup duties with England, who are set to play France.

Previously, it was reported that a £40 million exit clause, valid for clubs other than Liverpool and Manchester City, was available for Rashford this summer, but this clause expired earlier this week.