Zlatan Ibrahimović playing crucial role in Marcus Rashford’s potential move to AC Milan | OneFootball

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is looking increasing likely to leave Old Trafford in the January transfer window, with potential suitors emerging on the continent.

Italian giants AC Milan are ramping up their interest in the 27-year-old with a move to Serie A appealing to the out-of-favour United star.

As reported by The Express, a former United favourite is playing a key role in the negotiations with Milan hoping to get a deal over the line in the coming weeks.

Zlatan Ibrahimović is currently acting as a senior adviser to Milan with the Rossoneri hoping his relationship with Rashford will help persuade the Englishman to make the switch.

The former Swedish international, of course, played with Rashford during his memorable stint at United and would have no doubt made an impression on the then young forward.

Ibrahimović was central to United’s success in the 2106/17 season where Jose Mourinho led the club to Carabao Cup and Europa League glory and Rashford was also part of the squad.

Zlatan quickly became a fan favourite in Manchester and made 53 appearances for United registering 28 goals and 10 assists in his debut season.

It was expected Rashford would take over the mantle from Ibrahimović and become the leading light in United’s frontline for years to come.

However, despite one outstanding season which saw him net over 30 goals, Rashford’s United career has stuttered and it now looks like his future lies away from Old Trafford.

After being left out of the Manchester Derby last month, the Englishman hasn’t featured in the five subsequent games in which United have played with commitment and attitude being cited as the reasons behind his omission.

It’s unlikely Milan will stump up a transfer fee for the player this month but a loan deal with an option or obligation to buy at the end of the season looking the most viable deal at present.

United have reportedly received an offer from the Italian club and fans are eagerly awaiting an end to the saga which is likely to come to a head over the coming days.

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