'Difficult situation': Ruben Amorim questions Marcus Rashford's team's decision-making after explosive transfer revelation

Ruben Amorim has declared that Marcus Rashford has created a “difficult situation” after the striker declared that he is seeking an exit from Manchester United.

The 27-year-old announced last week that he is 'Ready for a new challenge' before the January transfer window.

Amorim reacted to the news by stressing that I'll still be happy to keep the versatile English international at Old Trafford.

But it looks like the two-time FA Cup winner could be shown the door in 2025 and talkSPORT understands united we are open to offers.

Rashfordwho has been at his childhood club for 20 years, has also been left out of the squad for the last three matchdays due to United.

And following the Red Devils 3-0 home defeat At Bournemouth, Amorim has now questioned the advice his team gave Rashford.

talking to sky sports On Rashford's comments, Amorim said: “Of course it's a difficult situation.

“But I understand that these types of players have a lot of people around them, making some decisions that are not the player's first idea.

“So I understand and I can separate things.

“I'm always here to help Marcus as another player. I have to do what I have to do.

“They chose to do the interview because it's not just about Marcus. I understand that.

“For me, as a coach, I only focus on performance and the way I train.

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“The rest is better for me and the club to address when the time comes.

“At the moment I'm focusing on getting Marcus better; we really need a talented guy like Marcus right now.

“For now I forget about the interview, only now I see what I see on the field.”

If Rashford moves in the New Year, it is believed he will have no shortage of suitors.

talkSPORT understands that three Saudi Arabian clubs have already expressed an interest to secure their services.

Rashford has not only fallen out of favor with Amorim, but has also lost support from the United fan base.

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During last week's Carabao Cup defeat at Tottenham, fans in the away section revealed a banner that read: “Excuses.” Ta Ra Marcus', while making their feelings clear.

And United legend Gary Neville believes Amorim will eventually grant Rashford his wish and allow him to leave for the good of “himself and the club.”

The Sky pundit commented: “Something has to change at Manchester United.

“For ten years, many players have achieved the same results.

“We have talked about culture several times. If there are players who don't quite fit in, for one reason or another, if they don't have enough quality, we have to let them go.

“Ruben Amorim Now he knows, five managers before him have fallen.

“Some of them have shown faith in these same players.

“It's about protecting himself and doing the right thing for him and the club.”