Manchester United's Five-Man Shortlist: PSG Treble Winner and Premier League Star Among Contenders to Succeed Marcus Rashford

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Mar 09, 2026 05:03+06:00

Who will be Marcus Rashford's successor? Man Utd put PSG treble winner & Premier League star on five-man transfer wish list

Manchester United have reportedly drawn up a five-man wish list of potential replacements for Marcus Rashford, including Paris Saint-Germain treble winner Bradley Barcola and Everton star Iliman Ndiaye. Rashford is expected to join Barcelona on a permanent deal when his loan ends this summer, prompting United to seek a new left winger.

Rashford nearing permanent Old Trafford exit

According to Sport, Barcelona are set to trigger their option to buy Rashford permanently, leading United to plan for his departure. The club’s recruitment team has identified five targets to fill the left flank, ranging from Champions League winners to rising domestic stars.

Topping the list is PSG’s Bradley Barcola, who played a key role in the club’s Champions League triumph last season.

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Getty Images | Diomande also a top target

RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande has also impressed. The 19-year-old Ivorian has attracted United’s attention with his speed and dribbling, contributing 11 goals and 7 assists in 27 appearances this season. United’s scouts are focused on players who can match the Premier League’s intensity.

Surprise names from Italy and France

The shortlist includes Jesús Rodríguez, a 20-year-old Spaniard developing under Cesc Fàbregas at Como. Rodríguez has provided 7 assists in Serie A this term, becoming integral to their attack.

United are also monitoring Strasbourg’s Martial Godo. The 22-year-old English-born forward, formerly of Fulham, has 12 goals and 5 assists across all competitions this season.

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The Premier League alternative

Finally, The Sun reports that United are tracking Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye. While not his most prolific season (5 goals, 3 assists), he has become a crucial player for David Moyes at Everton. Valued around £40m, Ndiaye has Premier League experience and the pedigree to make the step up to Old Trafford.