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Rashford has £40m clause excluding Liverpool and City amid United return talks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Rashford has £40m clause excluding Liverpool and City amid United return talks

Summary

Marcus Rashford has a £40m release clause in his Manchester United contract that excludes Liverpool and Manchester City. The forward, currently on loan at Barcelona, is reportedly considering a return to Old Trafford as his loan term nears its end. Complications regarding Barcelona's attack after their interest in another player have hindered talks for a permanent transfer. This clause limits interested parties to Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle, and European clubs like Bayern Munich. Manchester United’s management now faces decisions regarding Rashford’s reintegration into the squad or allowing the clause to run its course, influenced by potential bids.

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•Rashford's contract includes a £40m release clause excluding Liverpool and City.
•He is weighing a return to Manchester United after his Barcelona loan.
•Barcelona's financial issues complicate a permanent transfer for Rashford.
•Other clubs like Arsenal and Chelsea may pursue Rashford at the £40m price.
•United must decide on Rashford's role within the team this summer.

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9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Rashford’s £40m Clause Excludes Liverpool and City as Forward Weighs United Return

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Marcus Rashford (27) has a £40m release clause in his Manchester United contract that explicitly excludes Liverpool and Manchester City from triggering it, with the forward reported to be weighing a ...
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