The 2024-25 season for Rashford, who has previously faced difficulties, may end abruptly due to a hamstring injury sustained in training last week. This injury could keep him off the pitch until the end of the season.

Even if Rashford regains full fitness in the coming weeks, he will still be unable to play in Aston Villa’s final match, which happens to be against Manchester United. Thus, Villa’s home game against Tottenham on May 18 would likely be his last possible appearance—a match he will now almost certainly miss due to injury.

Now, The Sun claims that due to these developments, Manchester United and Aston Villa have begun negotiations regarding the early termination of Rashford’s loan deal. Although the agreement was initially set to last until the end of the season, Rashford’s inability to contribute in the final weeks makes his continued presence at Villa pointless. If both clubs agree that Rashford will not recover in time, his early return to Old Trafford could be arranged quickly.

Even if the player returns to United early, his long-term prospects at the club are not particularly bright. Numerous reports suggest that the forward has no place in Rúben Amorim’s plans for next season. Therefore, United are expected to consider transfer offers for Rashford, who has struggled with consistency and form in recent seasons. The English striker is aware of this situation and is reportedly planning talks with United officials before mid-June to determine the next steps in his football career.

Aston Villa has a €50 million buy option in Rashford’s loan deal but has yet to make a final decision on making the transfer permanent. The final decision may depend on Rashford’s injury status, his willingness to stay at the club, and Villa’s ambitions, particularly regarding European qualification.

Rashford is eager to join a team that offers Champions League football. If Villa secures a European spot, they could be an attractive option for him. However, Barcelona has also been mentioned as a potential summer destination.