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Jul 2025
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How do Man United shift their unwanted p...

THE ATHLETIC
About this episode

Marcus Rashford is one of five players Manchester United told didn’t need to report for the start of pre-season but showed up anyway.


So where does his future lie - and how difficult will it be for United to move on their unwanted stars?


Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Mark Critchley and Phil Hay

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke


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