“Marcus Rashford should take note of Jadon Sancho’s resilience. If he wants to secure his future at Manchester United, he needs to step up and deliver on the pitch.” – A firm message from Rio Ferdinand has been sent to Marcus Rashford amidst talks of a new deal, with comparisons drawn to Sancho’s approach and determination.

Marcus Rashford’s unexpected omission from Manchester United’s squad for the derby win against Manchester City has fueled speculation about his future at the club. Despite manager Ruben Amorim asserting that Rashford remains part of his plans, rumors of a possible departure in 2025 continue to grow.

Reports from ESPN suggest Borussia Dortmund could be interested in acquiring Rashford on a loan deal, similar to Jadon Sancho’s temporary return to the German club last year. Sancho, who had been sidelined by Erik ten Hag following a fallout, revived his career at Dortmund, delivering stellar performances and helping the team reach the Champions League final.

While Sancho’s return to Dortmund didn’t lead to a prolonged United career, it paved the way for his move to Chelsea, something Rashford could potentially emulate. Struggling with form over the past year and a half, Rashford might find a stint at Dortmund to be a rejuvenating opportunity, just as it was for Sancho.

Sancho has openly expressed his affection for Dortmund, describing his January loan as a homecoming and reminiscing about the warmth and opportunities he received there. These sentiments may resonate with Rashford, especially as he considers ways to recapture his best form. However, there is no concrete indication that Rashford or Amorim are planning such a move.

After United’s dramatic 2-1 victory over City, Amorim emphasized that players must consistently perform in training, games, and overall professionalism to secure their spots in the team. He reassured that those who are dropped would still have chances to prove themselves.

In addition to Dortmund, other clubs like Arsenal and PSG have previously shown interest in Rashford, though neither appears likely to pursue him in the immediate future. Rashford has been gradually improving under Amorim, scoring three of his four Premier League goals this season since the manager’s arrival. He is expected to return to the squad for the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Tottenham on Thursday.