Rashford set to stay at Man Utd as Carrick backs return

After loan stints at Villa and Barcelona, Marcus Rashford is back at Old Trafford—and this time he might stay.

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What happened. Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United after loans at Aston Villa and Barcelona, and Michael Carrick plans to reintegrate him into the squad.

• Barcelona opted against triggering his £26m clause after signing Anthony Gordon.
• Both sides believe he is most likely to remain at United.
• Carrick is confident Rashford will be a positive presence.

“He's a very good player, and I think if you're going to have a career over 1”

— Michael Carrick

Rashford could make his return against AC Milan this weekend, with a permanent exit now unlikely.

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