Pochettino expected to keep Rashford at Manchester United

Mauricio Pochettino is expected to give Marcus Rashford a fresh opportunity at Manchester United when he takes charge, with Fabrizio Romano saying the incoming manager has long admired the forward. Pochettino previously sought to bring Rashford to Paris Saint-Germain and values his ability to play centrally or on the wing, Romano said.

United have confirmed Pochettino will join after coaching the United States in two matches against Haiti. He has agreed to a two-and-a-half-year deal replacing Michael Carrick and is expected at the club’s Carrington training ground on November 18. United will provide U.S. Soccer with $10 million as compensation; the overall cost is expected to reach about £10 million including his staff.

Rashford has not scored in eight United appearances this season and has been recovering from a groin injury. He had hoped to make his loan move to Barcelona permanent after recording 14 goals and 15 assists there last season, but Barcelona sought to reduce its €30 million purchase option and later signed Anthony Gordon. Rashford returned to United, where he has also been linked with a possible January loan to Everton. Pochettino is expected to oppose a departure and try to get the best from him as United seek to turn around a difficult start to the season.