Rashford is one of five players desperate to leave Old Trafford with Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho and Antony all expressing their desire to leave after talks with the club. Tyrell Malacia has also informed United he wants a new challenge away from Manchester.

If you want proof that time flies, David de Gea left Manchester United two years ago. De Gea departed upon the expiry of his contract in the summer of 2023 and, after spending the entirety of the next season as a free agent,

One such player is Nemanja Vidic, who was arguably one of the biggest bargains of the 21st century. Man United paid just £7million for Vidic in 2006, and he helped the Red Devils win five Premier League titles and a Champions League among other trophies.