Manchester United should include Marcus Rashford as a makeweight to sign Aston Villa playmaker Morgan Rogers this summer.
The Red Devils have had a dismal Premier League campaign. The club have picked up only 38 points after 32 games into the season.
Manager Ruben Amorim will be desperate to bolster his squad, and a new attacking midfielder could be one of his top priorities.
In our view, the club should make an ambitious move to land Rogers amid Villa’s concerns over Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).
The Midlands outfit have sold Douglas Luiz and Jhon Duran to Juventus and Al-Nassr over the past two transfer windows to stay within PSR spending limits.
Villa may have to sanction another high-profile exit this summer to avoid potential breaches.
Unai Emery’s side currently have an option to buy Marcus Rashford after his loan stint for £40 million, but it is unclear whether they will pay the fee.
We believe the Red Devils should try to persuade Villa to accept a part-exchange deal involving Rogers.
Rogers has been exceptional in the final third for Villa this campaign, registering 14 goals and 12 assists from 47 games in all competitions.
He has operated on the right and left wing for Villa this season but has looked most comfortable from the attacking midfield position.
Aside from his goal contributions, Rogers has impressed with his tireless work rate and ability to take on defenders with his direct running.
We believe he would be a perfect foil for Bruno Fernandes in attacking midfield.
Villa sold Duran to Al-Nassr for £64 million upfront last winter, and they could hold out for something similar to part ways with Rogers this summer.
United are unlikely to make such a huge outlay amid their own PSR issues, but should propose Rashford as a makeweight to lower the final transfer sum.
Rogers has a huge ceiling at 22 years of age and would be a statement signing for the club.
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