Marcus Rashford has officially joined Aston Villa on loan from Manchester United. The deal includes Villa covering 75% of his salary. A £40 million buy option has been set for June 2024. Rashford was excluded from Manchester United’s squad after Ruben Amorim’s appointment as head coach.

In a statement, Rashford expressed gratitude to both clubs for finalizing the move. He revealed that several clubs approached him, but Villa stood out. Rashford praised Villa’s style of play and the manager’s ambitions this season. He emphasized his eagerness to play football and wished Manchester United success for the rest of the season.
Manchester United, currently 13th in the Premier League, are struggling this season. Aston Villa, sitting 8th, are also competing in the Champions League round of 16. Rashford’s arrival could bolster Villa’s attack as they aim for a strong finish in both domestic and European competitions.