Rashford excluded from Amorim's plans, linked with AC Milan move

Marcus Rashford has the chance to go for his first major trophy of the season as Barcelona take on Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final. Much is expected from the young striker, whose creativity and inspiration will be key factors in helping Barca defeat their arch-rivals.

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has recently been rumored to be in line to move to Serie A giants AC Milan, but the realization of this deal is still full of challenges. It is reported that the 27-year-old England star has publicly stated that he is ready to take on a "new challenge" because he was excluded from Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim's plan. At the same time, Barcelona and Monaco have also expressed interest in Rashford.

Milan coach Sergio Conceicao called Rashford a "great player" when asked about the transfer rumors at a press conference this week, while Milan club executive and former Manchester United star Zlatan Ibrahimovic also spoke out for Rashford's potential signing.

Ibrahimovic told Sky Sports: "I know him very well. I played with him when he was still very young. Now he has grown into a mature player who is at the top stage. He has achieved great results at Manchester United and now it is his club. How to convince him? Milan is one of the greatest clubs in the world and everyone wants to play here. This is a complicated operation and we will see if we can talk to him."

At present, Rashford urgently needs to clarify his future as soon as possible, because there seems to be no place for him in Amorim's plan. Transferring to AC Milan may provide him with a brand new stage, but whether this deal can be completed still requires efforts from all parties.