Real Madrid offered chance to sign 27-year-old Manchester United star as Red Devils aim to get rid of him: Reports

Real Madrid have reportedly been offered a chance to sign Manchester United outcast Marcus Rashford, whom the Red Devils are keen to move on. The 27-year-old forward is set to be axed from the Red Devils squad, with reports linking him to multiple sides this summer.

Spanish outlet Defensa Central (via Football365) has reported that Manchester United have offered Rashford to Real Madrid in a bid to get him to leave. The Premier League side sees Real as an ideal destination for the Englishman, seeing as new boss Xabi Alonso has asked for a striker to be signed. The Spanish giants are considering a move for Rashford and will reach a decision in the coming weeks.

Marcus Rashford was frozen out by Red Devils head coach Ruben Amorim a month after he resumed as boss, leading the forward to leave the club in the winter. He joined Aston Villa on loan and contributed four goals and six assists, leading to interest from around Europe.

Barcelona were said to have been keen on the forward but have decided to turn their attention to Nico Williams, a long-time target, instead. Manchester United now believe Real Madrid have the financial muscle to do a deal for the forward, who is expected to cost around £35 million. He earns a hefty wage of around £300,000 weekly, as well, and this may be a problem for suitors.

Los Blancos are unlikely to take up the offer to sign Rashford as Alonso specifically asked for a Joselu-type signing in attack. He wants a box-dominant striker who can win aerial duels and provide a physical presence in attack, qualities Rashford clearly lacks.

Real Madrid eyeing Bundesliga alternative to former Manchester United man: Reports

Real Madrid appear set to move away from a deal for Benfica star Alvaro Carreras and instead try to sign Alejandro Grimaldo, as per reports. The Spanish giants are keen to sign a new left-back this summer, with Ferland Mendy set to be out of action until October.

A report from Cadena SER has revealed that Xabi Alonso is prepared for a reunion with Bayer Leverkusen star Grimaldo as talks with Carreras have stalled. The experienced defender is open to a move to Spain, particularly to play under Alonso once more.

Benfica have asked that Los Blancos pays the €50 million release clause for Carreras, a figure the Spanish giants are unwilling to pay. As a result, they are prepared to walk away from the deal and sign ex-Benfica star Grimaldo for much cheaper.

Edited by Sulayman Salahudeen